The Cherokee Nation was the Indian tribe that endured the Trail of Tears as they were forcibly removed from their homes in Georgia. In the 1830s, under the Indian Removal Act, thousands of Cherokees were relocated to designated Indian Territory in present-day Oklahoma. The journey was marked by suffering, disease, and death, resulting in the loss of nearly a quarter of the population during the trek. This tragic event is a significant part of American history, highlighting the impact of government policies on Native American communities.
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