A small group of Cherokee leaders signed a treaty that most Cherokee people never agreed to. This led to the Indian Removal Act of 1830. In 1838, under General Winfield Scott, the US military rounded up about 16,000 Cherokee from their ancestral homes and placed them in detention camps with harsh conditions before forcing them on a 1200-mile march to present-day Oklahoma. Between 4000 and 6000 Cherokee perished from starvation, disease, and exposure during the journey, now known as the Trail of

Introducing Part 1 of our new limited series: Our Cherokee Family ❤️ Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. sits down with genealogist David Hampton at the Cherokee National Research Center in Tahlequah, Cherokee Nation Reservation, to explore Chief Hoskin’s family history. | Cherokee Nation

6.3K views · 279 reactions | The Eastern Band's AniKituhwa Warriors are introducing #CherokeeDays visitors to dances with the help of Cherokee Nation citizens and National Treasures. | Cherokee Nation | Facebook

2.5K views · 319 reactions | On this #MemorialDay, and every day, let us remember and honor the warriors who gave their lives in the line of duty and bravely served to defend our freedoms. We are forever grateful. #HonorThem | Cherokee Nation | Facebook

5.1K views · 644 reactions | Today, on Veterans Day, we say wado to all of the Cherokee warriors for their service. Hear from Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., Secretary of Veterans Affairs S. Joe Crittenden, At-Large Tribal Councilor Johnny Jack Kidwell and Cherokee Nation Deputy Principal Chief Bryan Warner as they recognize and honor all the brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedoms. | Cherokee Nation | Facebook