2. Indians Lose Land American settlers entered Indian land to build ranches, mines, and towns. This caused many showdowns between Americans and Native Americans. The government moved Indians into reservations but these were far away from their native lands. The Sioux were one of the biggest tribes that fought off the government. Battles between Indians and the U.S. Army caused thousands to die.
3. Canadian and American Treatment Both countries used education to try and sway Native Americans from their traditions. Indians were encouraged to go to White churches, schools, and farms. Canadians let Indians raise stock and run farms but in America they could only be small farmers. Indian land was not protected by either country and the amount of land given was small.
4. The Sioux The Sioux living in Minnesota tried to take back their homeland in 1862. This mini-war started when two drunk Indians killed a family. Sioux Chief Little Crow told his tribe they should either leave or fight back. Soldiers defeated this group of Indians and 38 captured Indians were hung in December 1862.
5. Treaty of Medicine Lodge Signed by many tribes such as the Kiowas, Cheyennes, and Comanches on October 21, 1867. The Indians agreed to remain peaceful, give up their land, and live on reservations. White men would teach the Indians how to farm. The government agreed to pay the Indians for the next 36 years.
6. Education Indians in Canada missed many days of school due to fishing and hunting. Indian parents did not want religion taught in school which contributed to school absences. In 1884 the Canadian government required Indian children between the age of 7 and 15 to attend school. The biggest issue was the Indian’s refusal to accept White customs.
