Worcester V. Georgia
what happened before Worcester V. Georgia
Cherokee nation v. Georgia
When was the Indian removal Act Signed into law
May 28, 1830
What two parties did the Cherokee split into
National and Treaty
What does the seven stars represent?
The Clans of the Cherokee Tribe
what was the main question asked
Does Georgia have the ability to regulate intercourse between the citizens and the Cherokee nation
At the time who was named the Cherokee Nation Principal Chief
John Ross
How many votes did congress take to Ratify the treaty of New Echota
One
what were the dates in which the case was argued and decided
February 21-23, 1832 - March 3rd, 1832
Which Family Signed The Treaty of New Echota
The Ridge Family
what was the final decision made by judge John Marshall
The Georgia act violated the constitution, treaties, and laws of the United States
How many signatures did John Ross' petition get
2174
what was one of the reasons the case was held
Worcester and other non-native Americans were residing within the limits of the Cherokee nation without a license
Who was mainly against the signing of the treaty of new Echota
Major Ross
What are the seven clans of the cherokee tribe
Bird, Blue , Deer, Long hair, Paint, wild potatoes and Wolf