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"Indian Removal": A Book by Grant Foreman

The Chickasaw Nation

Originally published in 1932, Grant Foreman's "Indian Removal" remains a respected source in the field.

1m 30s

Removal Begins: Departure for Chickasaw Bluffs

Richard Green, Author & Former Chickasaw Nation Historian

Richard Green describes the four-district, four-captain structure in place as the first group of 4,600 Chickasaws departed their homeland.

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Removal-Era Resolve: Resume Independent Government

Dr. Daniel Littlefield

Dr. Littlefield observes the transition the Chickasaws underwent from the system of governance by chiefs and captains to a constitution.

2m 30s

Chickasaws Overrun and Defrauded by Settlers

Dr. Daniel Littlefield

“Chickasaw Removal” author Dr. Daniel Littlefield describes the years before the tribe was removed in 1837.

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Last to Remove: Chickasaws Were in Charge

Dr. Daniel Littlefield

While the government allowed 30 pounds of personal property to be taken with each person upon removal, the Chickasaw each averaged 450 pounds.