To persuade United States Congress, is a daunting task. Not only does the petitioner need majority support from the populous, they need to present valid points and rebut objections with facts. In the 1800’s this task would be difficult for common folk and impossible for those in the wrong social class. The Cherokee Nation made a valiant effort in 1829 to defy these odds. Their petition to Congress was noble, contained valid facts and objections, and received support of many transcending figures. Although Memorial of the Cherokee Nation was a failed petition, it deserves recognition.
When people hear the word “memorial,” thoughts of celebration or commemoration emerge. In one period of history, the term “memorial became affiliated to the fate …show more content…
Next, another publication released his letter. It was included in the March 13, 1830 issue of Niles Weekly Register, a periodical published in Baltimore, Maryland [2]. Unfortunately, these pleas reverberated on deaf ears. Andrew Jackson was both a major advocate and orchestrator Indian removal. He would later enact a bill that would cement their removal, ensuring it would become a federal policy. Although the Cherokee Nation along with other tribes lost, Ross’s correspondences to the United States government provides great insight into a turbulent era. For example, word “brothers” is used to address legislature and Ross essentially alludes to Thanksgiving …show more content…
Two examples of opposition include Jeremiah Evarts and Davy Crockett. Both men should be recognized for their opposition. Jeremiah Evarts, nom de plume William Penn, was an activist for the rights of Native Americans. Evarts used a two-pronged approach in his efforts to overturn removal acts. First, his approach was to organize a group of congressmen against removal policies on the floor of the House and Senate, hoping to convince enough Jacksonians that the immorality of removal required them to vote against the Indian Removal Bill [4]. Next, he used his pen name to post letters to the public. This included letters, pamphlets, and articles on the Indian question, along with whatever other information might create a groundswell of public opinion against removal [4]. He continued to advocate Native American rights after the passage of the Indian Removal Act until his death. Last, Davy Crockett lost his political seat as a consequence of his disapproval. This is noteworthy as Crockett previously fought under President Jackson in the Creek Indian War. What would become known as the Trial of Tears was an unfortunate and deliberate attempt to acquire more land and resources, ignoring decades of
When people hear the word “memorial,” thoughts of celebration or commemoration emerge. In one period of history, the term “memorial became affiliated to the fate …show more content…
Next, another publication released his letter. It was included in the March 13, 1830 issue of Niles Weekly Register, a periodical published in Baltimore, Maryland [2]. Unfortunately, these pleas reverberated on deaf ears. Andrew Jackson was both a major advocate and orchestrator Indian removal. He would later enact a bill that would cement their removal, ensuring it would become a federal policy. Although the Cherokee Nation along with other tribes lost, Ross’s correspondences to the United States government provides great insight into a turbulent era. For example, word “brothers” is used to address legislature and Ross essentially alludes to Thanksgiving …show more content…
Two examples of opposition include Jeremiah Evarts and Davy Crockett. Both men should be recognized for their opposition. Jeremiah Evarts, nom de plume William Penn, was an activist for the rights of Native Americans. Evarts used a two-pronged approach in his efforts to overturn removal acts. First, his approach was to organize a group of congressmen against removal policies on the floor of the House and Senate, hoping to convince enough Jacksonians that the immorality of removal required them to vote against the Indian Removal Bill [4]. Next, he used his pen name to post letters to the public. This included letters, pamphlets, and articles on the Indian question, along with whatever other information might create a groundswell of public opinion against removal [4]. He continued to advocate Native American rights after the passage of the Indian Removal Act until his death. Last, Davy Crockett lost his political seat as a consequence of his disapproval. This is noteworthy as Crockett previously fought under President Jackson in the Creek Indian War. What would become known as the Trial of Tears was an unfortunate and deliberate attempt to acquire more land and resources, ignoring decades of