Nez Perce Dbq

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In 1877, the government made the Nez Perce tribe leave their land which is now Washington State, Oregon, and Idaho. The government gave them an unfair treaty and made them sign it or else they would most likely die. The government were very mean and indifferent for those who were suffering. The government was not justified. During and leading up to the Nez Perce war.

One reason why the government was not justified is, the Nez Perce claimed their land first and the government forced them to leave their home and give up everything they have worked for. From the Nez Perce video called “I will fight no more (Chief Joseph)” video the Nez Perce were surrounded by the government and were forced to leave their land and if they didn't they would be

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