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The Trail of Tears is perhaps the most well-known of the forced relocations of Native Americans (displacing some 60,000 members of the so-called Five Civilized Tribes between 1830 and 1850), but in fact there were numerous forced relocations throughout Indian Country: the Navajo 300 mile 'Long Walk' in 1864, the 1876 ejection of the Sioux and Cheyenne from the Black Hills; the 1856 Grand Ronde Trail of Tears in Oregon; or the 1846-1873 genocide of California Indians, to name a few. The forced relocation of Native Americans didn't end in the 1800's - the Aleut were forcibly relocated in 1942 during WWII by the U.S. Navy to S.E. Alaska, where many died in squalid internment camps that were worse than prison camps for POWs during the same era. Closer to home, the ancestors of present day Perryville, Alaska- a community I have worked for since 2006 - were themselves forcibly relocated by the U.S. Revenue Cutter Service (USCG) in 1912, after the Novarupta volcanic eruption buried their ancestral villages. This wasn’t a case of eviction at gunpoint, but a humanitarian relocation. Captain Perry dropped the survivors off on the beach in present day Perryville, which became a natural disaster refugee camp of tents initially, where folks put their survival skills to good use building a new community for themselves in the treeless landscape. The relocation of these survivors would be a precursor to the climate refugees in villages in Alaska today seeking to relocate as their villages succumb to accelerated coastal erosion due to the loss of sea ice and melting permafrost. Just as the effects of war can be felt for generations, the historic trauma endured by Native Americans due to centuries of conquest and conflict originating with the early settlers of the U.S. (in conjunction with the States and federal government that together imposed the dispossession of lands and resources) continues to impact Native Americans today in many subtle but profound ways. Godspeed Cherokee Nation on your path of healing and recovery - I have witnessed myself the incredible resilience of your people and Nation, along with your entrepreneurial spirit, and will always be inspired by how much you have overcome despite the enormous sacrifices over the centuries.

Cherokee Removal is a tragedy that has defined the narratives that constitute who the Cherokee are as a people into the modern political era. Despite our rights under our treaties, case and statutory law, and our own independent sovereign claims to our homeland in the Southeast, our people were forced to undergo the separate population transfers known as the Trail of Tears. For Cherokee Nation Remembrance Day, it is critical for all Cherokee, other Natives, and allies to incorporate efforts to decolonize into our practices while power structures in the United States and Canada hinder Indigenous communities from obtaining capital, finding extensive career opportunities, and engaging with other means of socioeconomic development on tribal lands. What can we collectively accomplish to meet these outcomes for Native professionals? #cherokee #tsalagi #landback #cherokeenation #cherokeenationofoklahoma #economicdevelopment #indiancountry #ndn #urbanndn #cherokeeremoval #cwy #indigenous #firstnations #indigeneity #communitybuilding #indigenousprofessionals

As the pages of "Afande Kadogo" unfold, readers are transported to a world where bravery meets vulnerability, where the heart's desires clash with duty's demands. This gripping narrative, set against the backdrop of military operations, introduces us to Afande Kadogo, a figure of authority, and his unexpected journey into the depths of love and the complexities of conflict. From the high-stakes environment of military camps to the serene, yet charged atmosphere at the border, our story weaves through the lives of soldiers, civilians, and the displaced, painting a vivid picture of resilience and humanity amidst chaos. At its core, a poignant love story emerges, challenging the conventions of wartime relationships and the sacrifices they entail. Amidst operations and secret missions, a romance blossoms between a young soldier and Kabira, a local woman whose strength and love defy the odds. Their story, filled with moments of tenderness, courage, and conflict, serves as a testament to the enduring power of love in the face of adversity. But "Afande Kadogo" is more than just a love story. It is narrative rich with cultural insights, ethical dilemmas, and the personal growth of characters who navigate through the moral complexities of their roles within and beyond the military. Each page invites readers to reflect on the impact of war on individual lives and the spirit of survival that kindles hope in the darkest of times. 🔗 Explore the story, dive into the adventure, and uncover the layers of "Afande Kadogo" : https://lnkd.in/dbtQJMGv). #childsoldiers #AfandeKadogo #RwandaUganda #RwangoKadafi #NRARPA #MustRead

#PATRIOT I am a member of #PATRIOT, in short for Persatuan Patriot Negara or the National Association of Patriots. Let me share a brief introduction on Patriot. Who are we? Patriot was formed by veterans from the military and police in 2017. Today we are joined by like-minded patriotic civilians who are our Rakan Patriots. The primary objective of Patriot is to advance the interests of all stakeholders of this nation into a #united, #prosperous and #progressive nation. We see ourselves as nation builders alongside other stakeholders to build and instill #patriotism, particularly among today’s youth. We define patriotism as having the moral courage to distinguish the right from the wrong from the nation’s multicultural interests, and having the guts to speak out without fear and favours. Ultimately this nation belongs to the youth and unborn Malaysians. They will inherit this nation and will need to chart the future course and narratives of this nation. We want to handover a nation that thrives in united equality, diversity and inclusiveness. United we prosper and divided we fall. This is our raison d'être. We existed for the nation, and we continue to serve the nation although we are in our twilight years. We are #PATRIOTS of the nation. #maverick #rebelbadass #choobgrandpa #thoughtleaderwannabe

Yeghishe Charents' message to the Armenian people, which a lot of people have forgotten and they only exercise "sour grapes" instead. Get some military training, learn how to use the necessary military arms, the legal way, unite first as we did in 1918 with just about nothing, then we can criticize and change what needs to be changed within Armenia afterwards, just like Jewish people do in Israel. There will be questions whether from me. Let me respond to some simple ones. 1- Have I had military training? YES. It doesn't have to have been in the army, but legally. 2- Have I had to use it in military action? YES. Where and when, will not be discussed here. 3- Never forget during Armenian genocides and massacres, the enemy never asks whether you live in Armenia or diaspora, what branch of Christianity you belong to or even whether you're an Atheist Armenian. Just being Armenian is enough reason to to be murdered.

What a world we live in...

Scriptural thought for today Armageddon – Who is involved in this war? (Re 16:14, 16)   *This is not man’s war but God’s war against people and Governments who do not submit to His authority (Ps 2:2 – Da 2:44)   *Who fights God’s war against those who oppose Him and treat Him with contempt? His King Jesus and his heavenly army (Re 19:11-16, 19-21)   *Where will still battle take place? (Jer 25:32-34)   *Will this be the end of the world? (Ps 37:29 – 1Jo 2:15-17)   *And what will be the final outcome? (Ec 1:4 – Ps 37:34 ; 104:5)   *And for man (Mt 6:9, 10 – Ps 72:7, 8) plus all the benefits that will follow

HISTORY TALKFIGHTING FOR FREEDOM: NISEI SOLDIERS IN WORLD WAR II National Museum of the United States Army 1775 Liberty Drive Fort Belvoir VA, 22060 Wednesday, July 24, 2024 @ 12:00 pm ET ELC, Virtual (Zoom) “Learn about the courageous men and women of Japanese ancestry from Hawaii and the mainland United States who served in the U.S. Army during World War II, while some of their families were placed in War Relocation Authority Confinement Sites. Second-generation Japanese Americans, known as Nisei, demanded the right to join the Armed Forces during World War II. On Feb. 9, 1942, President Franklin Roosevelt ordered the relocation of Japanese Americans living on the West Coast. 122,000 men, women, and children were sent to incarceration camps throughout the United States. Further, the government classified males of Japanese ancestry as enemy aliens. This classification disqualified them from military service. The Army later loosened this restriction in June 1942. Despite the odds, thousands of Nisei Soldiers bravely served in World War II. Explore the commitment, challenges, and sacrifices of the Nisei Soldiers. Participants will examine Executive Order 9906, its impact on Japanese Americans living on the West Coast, and how military service was used as a strategy to advance civil rights.” https://lnkd.in/gr8z_RkV

The closest many will get to understanding the carnage and sacrifice of the D-Day Landings 80 years ago today will be through watching films like Saving Private Ryan or visiting museums. Over 4000 allied forces lost their lives on 6 June 1944 to help defeat the Nazi ideology 80 years ago, so that today we can enjoy the freedoms we have, and too often take for granted. It is our duty to protect the freedoms we have and never forget those that laid down their lives in 1944 and throughout two World Wars. It is duty too to also educate our children and future generations to commemorate days like today. Find articles like the one below with facts about D-Day they can read to understand the sacrifices. But most of all we must also say never again to global wars and to dictators no matter what flag they fly and their cause https://lnkd.in/du6ZjQWv #dday80 #neverforget #sacrifice #operationoverlord #educate #neveragain

#HistoricRecurrence Like Today, In #1938 #September 30, #TheLeagueOfNations unanimously #Outlaws "#Intentional #Bombings of #Civilian #Populations". The #Onset of the #SecondWorldWar (#WWII) demonstrated that the League had failed in its #Primary #Purpose, the #Prevention of another #WorldWar. There were a variety of reasons for this #Failure, many connected to general #Weaknesses within the #Organisation. Additionally, the #Power of the #League was limited by the #UnitedStates' #Refusal to #Join. Will the #UN fail to prevent the #WWIII? As we can see the #Palestinian #Genocide is in #Progress... (Source : https://lnkd.in/eRj876xS) (Picture Author : By Leonard Raven-Hill - Punch Magazine 10 December 1919 Raffo, P. (1974). The League of Nations. London: The Historical Association, p. 7, Public Domain, https://lnkd.in/etiHXdKC).