Native Americans in the American Revolution
Which side of the American Revolution did most Native Americans end up allying with?
Great Britain
What did the Treaty End?
The Northwest Indian War.
What was the last big conflict between Native Americans and Americans before the Treaty of Greenville?
The Battle of Fallen Timbers
Chief Little Turtle was from what tribe?
Miami
What side did the Native Americans try to be on but couldn't?
Neither, they wanted to stay neutral.
Most of Ohio ended up as whose territory?
The United States.
In, 1792 George Washington appointed who as commander of the United States Army of the Northwest
Anthony Wayne
Why were Native Americans mad about the Peace of Paris?
Because Britain practically gave away their land and there were no Native American representatives there.
Why were the Native Americans fighting against the Americans?
They were fighting for their own freedom too. The Americans posed a greater threat to their land, liberty, and way of life.
With the Treaty what did Native American Leaders agree to regarding farming and traditional cultural practices?
They were forced to abandon their farming techniques and traditions while adopting Euro-American versions of those.
Little Turtle
How did the Americans "Honorably" deal with the Native Americans after slaughtering them and taking their land?
In return, the government would give these "savages" civilization while changing their lifestyle, also intending to destroy their life and culture.
What was the name of the treaty that the British gave away Native American land in?
The Treaty of Paris (Peace of Paris)
What happened to Native Americans who rejected the treaty?
They were targeted by Ohio militias for harassment, conflict, and removal.
Who led the Detachment of Harmar's army that Little Turtle attacked on October 20th?
Colonel John Hardin
What was the United States' justification for taking the Native Americans' land and Culture?
Native Americans fought against American rights and freedoms.
What did the Peace of Paris do to the Native Americans?
It recognized the Independence of the United States while completely not mentioning the Native Americans and giving away their land.
When did Ohio become a US state?
1803
How many people died on the US forces in the Battle of Fallen Timbers?
Approximately 32 men
To which Fort did survivors of St. Clair's force retreat?
Fort Jefferson