Description: This book delves into a pivotal period in American history, specifically the forced removal of the Cherokee Indians from their ancestral lands in Georgia during the 1830s. The author, a key figure in this historical event, provides a firsthand account of the complexities and controversies surrounding the implementation of the Treaty of 1835. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of escalating tensions between the Cherokee Nation and the state of Georgia, with the federal government caught in the middle. The author's personal involvement as a government official offers unique insights into the political machinations, legal disputes, and ethical dilemmas that shaped the Cherokee removal. Exploring themes of cultural clash, political maneuvering, and the human cost of westward expansion, the book sheds light on a tragic chapter in American history. By examining the motivations and actions of various stakeholders, including government officials, missionaries, and the Cherokee people themselves, the author provides a nuanced understanding of the forces that led to the displacement of an entire nation. Ultimately, this book serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring legacy of the Cherokee removal and its profound impact on the Cherokee Nation and the American conscience. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Book Title: Removal of the Cherokee Indians from Georgia, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 336 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Year: 2015
Item Height: 0.7 in
Topic: History & Theory, General
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Political Science, Référence, Biography & Autobiography
Item Weight: 15.9 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: Wilson Lumpkin
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback