The Native American Inhabitants of the Utah Territory have a long, eventful history and rich culture, from the ancient Fremont Indians to the historical tribes of Utes and Shoshones. This territory has been their homeland since before the 1100's. This book combines anthropological studies, federal records, and period newspapers to discuss the impact of Euro-American invasions, settlements, wars, reservations, and federal policies pertaining to Native...

In volume 25 of the Arrington Lecture Series, Richard White discusses the transcontinental railroads impact on Utahs environment, culture, and political atmosphere. In the 150 years since the completion of the Pacific Railroad, there have been lasting implications across the West, including for the early members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints settlers.