400 years

10,000 years

9,600 years

Cherokee people were excellent farmers.

Cherokee homes were built much different than one might think.

Cherokee people lived near rivers.

The women had no say in decision making within the tribe. 

The men hunted, farmed and fought in war.

The roles of men and women were divided evenly.

They were forced on a terrible journey the Cherokee called, "The Trail of Tears."

They signed a peace treaty with the white people.

They were beaten and forced to leave.