The Chumash Uprising Part 2: Interview with Dr. John Johnson

In the second part of our interview, Dr. John Johnson, former Curator of Anthropology at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, delves deeper into the legacy and aftermath of the 1824 Chumash Uprising in California:

- The long-term impacts of the uprising on California's history
- Why most Chumash people returned to the missions after the revolt
- The complex relationships between Native Americans, missionaries, and the Mexican government
- Comparisons with other California mission uprisings
- How modern Chumash people view and remember the uprising
- Ongoing research and future projects related to early California history

Drawing from mission records, oral histories, and extensive archival research, Dr. Johnson provides a nuanced view of this pivotal event and its place in the broader context of California's colonial period.

This interview offers valuable insights for history enthusiasts, students, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of California's Native American history and the mission era.