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We gave up some of our country to the white men, thinking that the

We gave up some of our country to the white men, thinking that then we could have peace. We were mistaken. The white man would not let us alone. – Chief Joseph

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I pressed my fathers hand and told him I would protect his grave with my life. My father smiled and passed away to the spirit land. – Chief Joseph

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It makes my heart sick when I remember all the good words and the broken promises. – Chief Joseph

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