Changes in the Indian Territory

Question 2 • OK-Oklahoma History

What was the root cause of factionalism among American Indian nations after the Civil War?

Answer

dissatisfaction with the terms of treaties forced upon the American Indian Nations by the Union

concern with the growing movement of American Indian youths who wanted to become Westernized

conflict between those who wanted to live in an autocratic government and those who desired a democratic government

lingering resentment of the Plains Indian tribes who were allied with the Union during the Civil War

Explanation

After the Civil War, the United States imposed new treaties on American Indian nations, including terms involving land, political obligations, and the status of formerly enslaved people. Disagreements over accepting and carrying out those terms divided communities and fueled factionalism. The best answer is dissatisfaction with treaties forced upon the nations by the Union.

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