European settlers and Native Americans shared different values and ways of life. One of the biggest differences between the two groups was the belief on how to obtain freedom. Both European and Native Americans had their own beliefs which added to the rising tension between the two groups. Furthermore, European settlers believed that in order to achieve freedom you had to have "personal independence" and own property. Whereas, Native Americans based their freedom upon the cultural practices that each tribe followed. Another example of the distinct differences between the two groups is the idea of religion. The European's interpretation of religion revolved around Christ, because they believed by embracing Christ it was a way to provide freedom
