Oregon's Interesting People
In 1873 the Federal Government negotiated with Chief Joseph (Wallowa band) of the Nez Perce Tribe, "giving" them rights to their own land in the Wallowa Valley. In 1873, the Federal Government reneged on it's deal. The Wallowa were forced off their land to a reservation in Idaho where the rest of the Nez Perce had been relocated. Having no choice but to move his tribe, the Chief began their journey to Idaho peacefully. Their journey ended 3 months later, over 1,100 miles away (Nez Perce War) with the US Army capturing Chief Joseph and what was left of his followers.
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