Cherokee Tribe History

The transcript explores the origins, language, and society of the Cherokee people, detailing their interactions with European settlers and the U.S. government. It covers the impact of European contact, the Trail of Tears, and the Cherokee's adaptation to modern times, including their role in the Civil War and the development of a written language by Sequoia.

What was the name the Cherokee originally used for themselves and what does it mean?

What are the two main theories regarding the origins of the Cherokee people?

Describe the traditional Cherokee economy and the main agricultural products they cultivated.

Explain the role of women in Cherokee society historically.

What significant changes occurred in Cherokee society due to European contact?

Who was Sequoia and what was his contribution to the Cherokee language?

What was the impact of the Indian Removal Act on the Cherokee people?

What were the conditions and experiences of the Cherokee during the Trail of Tears?

How did the Cherokee adapt to the changes brought by the American Civil War?

What is the current status of the Cherokee tribes in the United States?