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Native Americans During the Revolution

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During the American Revolution, many Native Americans faced tough choices.

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Then & Now

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During the American Revolution, many Native Americans faced tough choices. Some tribes chose to support the British because they believed that the British would help protect their lands from colonial expansion. Others sided with the Patriots, hoping that a new American government would respect their rights. This conflict created difficult situations for Native American communities, as they tried to navigate between two powerful forces.

Key Facts

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Many Native Americans supported the British during the Revolution.

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Some tribes hoped the new American government would respect their rights.

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The Revolution led to conflicts and hard choices for Native American communities.

Timeline

1861

The Civil War begins

1865

The Civil War ends; slavery is abolished

1869

The Transcontinental Railroad is completed

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Question 1

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Which side did many Native Americans support during the Revolution?

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