This Day in History September 30, 1809

By Ruth on September 30, 2013 in American history, history
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Indian treaties

I noticed there was some dispute regarding the actual day, but the best sources say today’s feature did happen today.  On this date in 1809, General William Henry Harrison negotiated the Treaty of Fort Wayne with the Native Americans.  Three million acres of Indiana territory land was given up by the Native Americans in exchange for money (as long as the tribes agreed).  This was the treaty that eventually led to the bloody war with Tecumseh, the Shawnee leader who strongly opposed the sale of lands to the whites.  He actually threatened to kill any chief that agreed to sell any land to the whites.  Whenever I read about Native American history, I am always ashamed at what the U.S. did to them, and I only wish that history could be rewritten.  It was so incredibly unjust!

For more information:

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/nativevoices/timeline/257.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Treaty_of_Fort_Wayne_(1809)

http://www.jstor.org/stable/27785705

http://famousdaily.com/history/treaty-of-fort-wayne.html

 

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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,

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