Opposition quotes to the Indian Removal Act Flashcards
1
Q
Quote from the Cherokee Phoenix:
Jackson’s interaction with the law
A
“Whether the President will again use the military force to oust these intruders as the law provides, we are not able to say.”
2
Q
Quote from the Cherokee Phoenix:
The law
A
“such an offender shall forfeit a sum not exceeding one thousand dollars, and suffer imprisonment, not exceeding twelve months.”
3
Q
Quote from the Cherokee Phoenix:
How they have reacted to squatters.
A
“the Cherokees have never, to our knowledge, resorted to forcible measures, but have peacefully retired, and have patiently waited for the interference of the United States.”
4
Q
Where are the Cherokee Phoenix quotes taken from?
A
4th February 1829
