Treaty Wars and Tribal Rights

The transcript discusses the historical events surrounding the Medicine Creek Treaty of 1854, where the Puyallup and neighboring tribes were coerced into signing away their lands. The treaty led to the creation of inadequate reservations, sparking the Treaty Wars of 1855-1856. Despite the challenges, the tribes showed resilience and solidarity, leading to renegotiations and the establishment of new reservations. The Puyallup tribe continues to fight for their rights and maintain their cultural heritage, demonstrating the enduring strength and legacy of their ancestors.

What unexpected event occurred at the potlatch in 1854?

• The tribes were given gifts.

• The tribes were asked to sign away their lands.

• The tribes were invited to a feast.

• The tribes were offered new homes.

What was a major consequence of the Medicine Creek Treaty?

• The tribes were allowed to keep their cultural practices.

• The creation of inadequate reservations.

• The tribes were given new resources.

• The tribes received more land.

What sparked the Treaty Wars?

• The U.S. government's attempt to erase tribal culture.

• The tribes' desire for more land.

• The tribes' refusal to attend school.

• A disagreement over trade routes.

What was the outcome of the Treaty Wars for the tribes?

• They faced cultural suppression and relocation.

• They were able to keep their lands.

• They received compensation for their losses.

• They gained new allies.

Where did the final battle of the Treaty Wars take place?

• Connells Prairie

• Fox Island

• Seattle

• Yakima

What was a significant result of the 1856 treaty renegotiations?

• The tribes were forced to assimilate completely.

• The tribes were relocated to urban areas.

• The tribes lost all their rights.

• The tribes were given more land.

What rights did the tribes continue to fight for after the renegotiations?

• The right to travel freely.

• The right to fish and hunt.

• The right to own businesses.

• The right to vote.

What was the significance of the Boldt Decision in 1974?

• It ended the Treaty Wars.

• It recognized tribal fishing rights.

• It granted tribes new land.

• It established new schools for tribes.

How has the Puyallup tribe contributed to modern advocacy?

• By forming new tribes.

• By building new cities.

• By creating new languages.

• By leading fishing rights movements.

What is a key aspect of the Puyallup tribe's cultural resilience?

• Learning new languages.

• Moving to new territories.

• Preserving traditional practices.

• Adopting new religions.