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Trail of Tears Primary Sources

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http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/aia/part4/4h3083t.html

This is a letter from Chief John Ross to the Senate and the House of Representatives, dated September 28, 1836. The letter is protesting the Treaty of New Echota.

www.pbs.org/wgbh/aia/part4/4h3437t.html

Andrew Jackson's Second Annual Message was delivered on December 6, 1830 to U.S. Congress. He informs them of his progress with the removal plan, stating that is moving ahead smoothly and explaining how it benefits everyone involved. (pbs.org)

www.cherokeehistory.com/samuel.html

This is the story of a child "Samuel" who turned 9 on the Trail of Tears. This story is told by his great-great grandson, Michael Rutledge.

www.powersource.com/cherokee/burnett.html

This is John G. Burnett's story of the removal of the Cherokee. He wrote this as a birthday letter on his 80th birthday - December 11, 1890.

www.gather.com/viewArticle.jsp?articleId=281474977153140

This is a poem written by Anne Marie A. about the removal of the Cherokee along with some photos.

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