About "The Trail Of Tears" And those who died along the way It was October, eighteen thirtyeight When seven thousand troops in blue Began the story of the "Trail" Which, so sadly, is so true Jackson ordered General Scott To rout the Indian from their home The "Center Of The World" they loved The only one they'd knownThe End of the Trail by James Earle Fraser 1876 1953 This lone figure on his weary horse is one of the most recognized symbols of the American WestBy many it is viewed as a reverent memorial to a great and valiant people To some Native Americans, however, it is viewed as a reminder of defeat and subjugation a century agoBut gayest dog will have his day, And biggest binge must end
American Indian Poems And Quotes
