The Creek War

Began as a civil war within the Creek Nation but later included the U.S. and Chickasaws

The war began as a civil war within the Creek Nation over American encroachment.

Settling Down

A separation from the Choctaw Nation and a new era of self-governance

In 1855 the Chickasaw signed a treaty of separation from the Choctaws and regained their independence and rights to self-government.

The French Build on Natchez Soil

A move that would lead to four wars with the French and their Choctaw allies

The Chickasaws had allied with England, while the Choctaws sided with France.

First American Indian in Space

Astronaut John Herrington embarks on the sixteenth Space Shuttle mission to the International Space Station

John Herrington became the first enrolled member of a Native American tribe to fly in space.

Education and Commerce

The founding of the first Chickasaw holissaapisa, or schools

Once settled, the Chickasaws recognized the importance of developing their own commerce and educational systems.

Bank2

A community bank founded to meet the financial needs of Native Americans

Bank2 is a community bank wholly owned by the Chickasaw Nation, dedicated to meeting the needs of Native Americans.