Independence created big problems between settlers and Native American communities. Here are some of the main challenges:
Loss of Land: As settlers moved west, they took more and more land from Native Americans. Treaties, or agreements, were often ignored or unfairly made. This meant many Native Americans lost the land their families had lived on for generations.
Cultural Suppression: The new country often saw Native American cultures as barriers to progress. Because of this, there were attempts to make Native Americans change their ways and stop their traditional practices.
Violence and Displacement: Conflicts grew, leading to many violent fights and forced removals of Native Americans from their homes. One of the darkest events was the Trail of Tears, which caused a lot of suffering and loss of life and culture.
To fix these problems, we need to keep talking and create fair policies. It’s important to:
By doing these things, we can heal relationships and create a country that includes everyone.
Independence created big problems between settlers and Native American communities. Here are some of the main challenges:
Loss of Land: As settlers moved west, they took more and more land from Native Americans. Treaties, or agreements, were often ignored or unfairly made. This meant many Native Americans lost the land their families had lived on for generations.
Cultural Suppression: The new country often saw Native American cultures as barriers to progress. Because of this, there were attempts to make Native Americans change their ways and stop their traditional practices.
Violence and Displacement: Conflicts grew, leading to many violent fights and forced removals of Native Americans from their homes. One of the darkest events was the Trail of Tears, which caused a lot of suffering and loss of life and culture.
To fix these problems, we need to keep talking and create fair policies. It’s important to:
By doing these things, we can heal relationships and create a country that includes everyone.