The Cherokee were one of the Five Civilized Tribes, so-called because of how they had adapted to 19th century Southern white customs.  They lived in cabins, farmed, ran businesses, and even owned slaves. But President Jackson would insist on removing the Cherokee west to Oklahoma territory.  What law was passed to remove the Cherokee? What was the vote? Who opposed Jackson's removal policy? When were the Cherokee removed & to where exactly.  What was the journey like for the Cherokee? Did many die on the Trail of Tears?  And were other tribes also removed? What about those other Trails of Tears? Bibliography: Cherokee of the Old South Cherokee Removal:  A Brief History with Documents Cherokee Removal:  Before and After Cherokees:  An Illustrated History Eastern Band of Cherokee, 1819-1900 Southeastern Indians Southern Exposure  20(1):37-39