We had good white friends who advised us against taking the war path. My friend and brother, Mr. Chapman, told us just how the war would end. – Chief Joseph
I said in my heart that, rather than have war, I would give up my country. – Chief Joseph
We had good white friends who advised us against taking the war path. My friend and brother, Mr. Chapman, told us just how the war would end. – Chief Joseph
I said in my heart that, rather than have war, I would give up my country. – Chief Joseph
War can be avoided, and it ought to be avoided. I want no war. – Chief Joseph
Hear me, my chiefs! I am tired. My heart is sick and sad. From where the sun now stands, I will fight no more forever. – Chief Joseph