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Archival Anthropometry: An Analysis of the Anthropometric Data of Native American Children Gathered by Franz Boas, 1888-1902

Creator:

Kirkpatrick, Kristin A.

Abstract:

Franz Boas collected anthropometric data on approximately 15,000 people from over 200 Native American tribal groups between 1888 and 1902. Twelve basic measurements were taken: standing height, shoulder height, height to digit III, arm span, sitting height, shoulder width, head length and width, face height and breadth, and nose height...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis

Full Text:

Analysis of the Anthropometric Data of Native American Children Gathered by Franz Boas, 1888-1902