Why did the government want the Cherokee and other tribes to move out of the South?
1 Answer
Jul 5, 2016
They wanted more land and found gold in the areas in which they were living.
Explanation:
For many years, the Cherokee thrived in the southern lands of America. When the U.S. wanted to expand their borders, the Cherokee removal was inevitable. Besides the appeal of land, the United States found gold and did not want to miss the opportunity to have it. Thus, the Cherokee were forced out of their home.
In turn, the tribe tried to retaliate in several ways, including in the courtroom. Despite the efforts, the Cherokee eventually began their journey west, and it was unpleasant. They were struck by disease, hunger, and exhaustion. Many Natives died. This migration became known as the infamous Trail of Tears.
