Tecumseh Land Analysis

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The Tecumseh’s view on land differs greatly from the British view. While the Tecumseh’s view land as nature, the British see it as only property to be sold and exploited. Tecumseh claims the land was placed on them “by the Great Spirit that made them, to keep it, to traverse it, to enjoy its productions, and to fill it with the same race” (Tecumseh, 1810). They believe it was given to them by their God, and that the white men have no right to take it from them. The Tecumsehs also argue that land should not be sold, for it serves for all not just one individual and their needs. British men are constantly taking advantage of the land for their personal needs making life for the Indians miserable. Tecumseh also argues that the only reason land

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