Assimilation Collection

CETSHWAYO (1826-1884). Last Zulu King

For United America, YWCA division for foreign born women, 1919 (colour lithograph)
4072720 For United America, YWCA division for foreign born women, 1919 (colour lithograph) by Walker, Charles Howard (1857-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poster by C.Howard Walker)

Shooting Star, Dakota, and her sister, 1880s (b / w photo)
DPL415403 Shooting Star, Dakota, and her sister, 1880s (b/w photo) by Barry, David Frances (1854-1934); Denver Public Library, Western History Collection; (add.info.: Shooting Star)

Chief Esatonyett, 1869 (b / w photo)
PNP245343 Chief Esatonyett, 1869 (b/w photo) by Soule, William (1836-1908); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright

Comic Early English History: Romano Britons and Roman gardening (colour litho)
5999160 Comic Early English History: Romano Britons and Roman gardening (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Romano Britons and Roman gardening)

Victor Mazulime (b. 1789) c. 1848 (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT163707 Victor Mazulime (b. 1789) c. 1848 (litho) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Algerian Children from the region of Annaba, late 19th century (b / w photo)
CHT163570 Algerian Children from the region of Annaba, late 19th century (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: ancient name of Annaba)

Civilisation of the Indian, c. 1833 (colour litho)
PNP245662 Civilisation of the Indian, c.1833 (colour litho) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); Private Collection; (add.info)

Indian Training School, Forest Grove, Oregon: Blacksmithing, 1882 (b / w photo)
DPL415573 Indian Training School, Forest Grove, Oregon: Blacksmithing, 1882 (b/w photo) by Davidson, Isaac Grundy (1845-1922); Denver Public Library

Rocky Mountain Paint Shop, c. 1880-90 (b / w photo)
DPL415497 Rocky Mountain Paint Shop, c.1880-90 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Denver Public Library, Western History Collection; (add.info.: street in Boulder)

Wi-Jun-Jon - The Pigeons Egg Head Going to Washington : Returning to his home
3710033 Wi-Jun-Jon - The Pigeons Egg Head Going to Washington : Returning to his home, 1837 (colour lithograph) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M

First verse of the British national anthem in Hebrew (colour litho)
5235780 First verse of the British national anthem in Hebrew (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Wi-Jun-Jon in native costume and in regimental uniform, 1841. Artist: Myers and Co
Wi-Jun-Jon in native costume and in regimental uniform, 1841. Wi-Jun-Jon was an Assiniboine brave. A print from Letters and Notes on the Manners, Customs and Condition of the North American Indians

Chinese beauty westernised, 1915
Two young Chinese women in western costume: Misses Amy and May Leu Yuk Lin, daughters of the Chinese ex-Minister, pictured in 1915

Escaramuzas Demonstrating Their Equestrian Skills
The Latinas are demonstrating their riding skill at a fiesta in San Antonio, Texas. This riding tradition originated in Mexico and is part of Mexican-American culture in the United States

San Jose Mission is a Spanish Colonial Mission located in San Antonio, Texas. This historical Catholic church is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site

JOHN RIDGE (c1802-1839). Cherokee Native American leader. Lithograph after a painting, 1825, by Charles Bird King

STAND WATIE (1806-1871). Native American Cherokee leader and Confederate army officer

DAWES ACT, 1877. An Act to Provide for the Allotment of Lands in Severalty to Indians on the Various Reservations, known as the Dawes Act, signed by Congress on

PUSHMATAHA (c1765-1824). Oil on canvas, 1824, by Charles Bird King

CHEROKEE DELEGATION, 1730. The Cherokee Embassy to England. The delegation of Cherokee chiefs who visited London in 1730. Line engraving by Isaac Basire, 1730

Algerian Recruits
In line with the French policy of assimilation, indigenous Algerians are recruited into the Armee d Afrique

Electric Light Bath
An electric light bath in the Bilz Sanatorium, Berlin. " The copious perspiration promotes increased assimilation efficacious in cases of gout asthma, etc." Early sunbed ?

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"Assimilation: A Journey of Identity and Belonging" In the late 19th century, as the world was undergoing significant changes, individuals from diverse backgrounds embarked on a path towards assimilation. From the last Zulu King, Cetshwayo, to foreign-born women seeking opportunities in United America, this captivating journey unfolded. The YWCA division for foreign-born women in 1919 embraced these newcomers with open arms. Through a vibrant color lithograph depicting their efforts, we witness the unity and support that fostered their integration into American society. Sergeant Red Tomahawk's black and white photograph captures an intriguing moment in history. As a Native American man during the 1890s, his image symbolizes both resistance against assimilation and adaptation to changing times. Shooting Star and her sister's photographs from the 1880s evoke curiosity about their lives amidst cultural shifts. These images serve as reminders of how assimilation affected indigenous communities across America. Chief Esatonyett's portrait from 1869 showcases another perspective on assimilation. With stoic determination etched onto his face, he represents Native Americans' struggle to preserve their traditions while embracing aspects of Western culture. Through a colorful lithograph titled "Comic Early English History, " we glimpse at Romano Britons navigating Roman gardening practices—a testament to early forms of cultural blending long before modern notions emerged. Victor Mazulime's lithographic portrait offers insight into an individual who experienced life during turbulent times around 1848. His presence reminds us that each person contributes uniquely to our collective understanding through personal stories and experiences. Algerian children captured in black and white photos from the late 19th century provide glimpses into their lives within Annaba region—highlighting how different cultures intertwine through migration journeys spanning continents. "Civilization of the Indian, " depicted in a vivid color lithograph from 1833, showcases the complexities of assimilation.