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Weekly 150: Indian Removal Act of 1830

So Began The Trail of Tears

By Jason Martin
jmartin@mckenziebanner.com
Posted 2/14/23

In last week’s story about Sam Houston, I briefly touched on Houston’s involvement with the Cherokee Nation. He somewhat assimilated with the Cherokee and became a trusted ally. What I failed to mention is why the Cherokee Nation was sent to Oklahoma and needed a liaison.

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