War can be avoided, and it ought to be avoided. I want no war. – Chief Joseph
I only ask of the government to be treated as all other men are treated. – Chief Joseph

War can be avoided, and it ought to be avoided. I want no war. – Chief Joseph
I only ask of the government to be treated as all other men are treated. – Chief Joseph
I said in my heart that, rather than have war, I would give up my country. – Chief Joseph
I saw clearly that war was upon us when I learned that my young men had been secretly buying ammunition. – Chief Joseph