Lesson 56 of 84 · Biographies
⭐ 30 XPChief Joseph: A Plea for Peace
Chief Joseph was a Native American leader who wanted peace for his people.
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Chief Joseph was a Native American leader who wanted peace for his people. He led the Nez Perce tribe and tried to protect their land from being taken away. Chief Joseph is known for his famous words about wanting to live in peace and to be treated kindly.
Key Facts
Chief Joseph was the leader of the Nez Perce tribe.
He tried to keep his people's land safe.
He is famous for his message about peace.
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