I only ask of the government to be treated as all other men are treated. – Chief Joseph
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
It required a strong heart to stand up against such talk, but I urged my people to be quiet and not to begin a war. – Chief Joseph
I hope that no more groans of wounded men and women will ever go to the ear of the Great Spirit Chief above, and that all people may be one people. – Chief Joseph