Cherokee Legends and the Trail of Tears –

Now in its 20th printing, this little book contains a fascinating, firsthand account of the Trail of Tears by a U.S. soldier who was there. With classic legends like How the Earth was Made and Why the Possum’s Tail is Bare.

Includes a firsthand account of the 18381839 forced relocation written by a U.S. soldier.
Historical Background – The Removal: President Andrew Jackson signed the Indian Removal Act of 1830 to push southeastern tribes west.The Journey: U.S. troops forced roughly 15,000 Cherokee people to march to present-day Oklahoma.The Loss: Roughly 4,000 people died from cold, hunger, and disease along the way.