Raymond D Fogelson
About
About Raymond D Fogelson
I am an anthropologist with a deep interest in the indigenous peoples of the southeastern United States, particularly the Cherokee. My research explores the intersection of history and ethnography, a field I helped pioneer called ethnohistory. My academic journey began at Wesleyan University, where I transitioned from pre-med to anthropology, eventually earning a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania under the mentorship of renowned Americanist anthropologists.
Raymond D Fogelson's Area of Expertise
I specialize in the study of American Indians of the southeastern United States, with a focus on the Cherokee. My expertise lies in ethnohistory, a subdiscipline that combines history and ethnography to study indigenous peoples. I am known for my contributions to this field and my extensive research on the Cherokee culture and history.
I geek out on...
I geek out on the intricate details of indigenous cultures, particularly those of the southeastern United States. I find immense joy in uncovering the historical narratives and ethnographic nuances of these communities, especially the Cherokee.