Indian Removal Act: This act authorized the forced relocation of Native American tribes living in the southeastern United States to lands west of the Mississippi River.
Trail of Tears: The Trail of Tears was a tragic event during which thousands of Native Americans, particularly Cherokee Nation, were forcibly removed from their ancestral lands and made to march westward. Many died due to harsh conditions along the journey.
Worcester v. Georgia: This Supreme Court case ruled that states could not pass laws interfering with Native American sovereignty or control over their territories. However, it was ultimately ignored by President Jackson leading to further displacement of Native Americans.