Marshall Poe
Marshall Poe
Thomas John Lappas, "In League Against King Alcohol" (U Oklahoma Press, 2020)
Thomas John Lappas, "In League Against King Alcohol" (U Oklahoma Press, 2020)
Thomas John Lappas, "In League Against King Alcohol" (U Oklahoma Press, 2020)
Wednesday 10th June 2020
Thomas John Lappas discusses his book on Native American women and the WCTU's fight against alcohol abuse on 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!Native American Women and the Fight Against Alcohol Abuse
The WCTU was involved in Native American communities all over the country and certainly the pockets were in New York state, Oklahoma, California, Washington State.
Picture this: Native American women banding together with the Woman's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU) to combat alcohol abuse in their communities. It's a chapter of American history that's often overlooked but incredibly significant. In this episode of 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery', host David Dry sits down with historian Thomas John Lappas to discuss his enlightening book, 'In League Against King Alcohol: Native American Women and the Woman's Christian Temperance Union, 1874–1933'.
Lappas sheds light on how these women, while embracing Christian and progressive values, maintained their unique Indigenous identities and fought for social, economic, and political progress. The discussion dives into the role of the WCTU in Native American communities across various states, from New York to Oklahoma, and explores the profound impact of alcohol abuse on these communities. You'll also hear about the importance of raising future leaders and the complex interplay between Christianity and federal Indian policies.
Whether you're a history buff or someone interested in the dynamics of addiction and recovery, this episode offers a compelling look at a lesser-known but crucial part of American cultural history.