TELL THE STORY OF THE TRAIL OF TEARS

The trail of tears is the name given to one of the darkest chapters of US history. Do your research and find out what it refers to then tell the story.

Familiarize yourself with the issue:

·         Trail of tears https://quizlet.com/18584118/trail-of-tears-flash-cards/ 

Reading material to make notes on:

·         Trail of tears http://www.history.com/topics/native-american-history/trail-of-tears

·         Indian treaties and the Indian removal act of 1830 https://history.state.gov/milestones/1830-1860/indian-treaties

Videos to watch and take notes from:

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·         The Cherokee & the Trail of Tears: History, Timeline & Summary http://study.com/academy/lesson/the-cherokee-the-trail-of-tears-history-timeline-summary.html

·         What was the trail of tears http://study.com/academy/lesson/what-was-the-trail-of-tears-facts-history-route.html

Documentaries to watch and take notes from:

·         Trail of tears: they knew it was wrong  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qalhDKLrWEQ

·         We shall remain – Trail of Tears https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8o0heHXQF8

·         Trail of tears national historic trail https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LSkfmCj8Jg