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

Biography

Author Profession: Leader
Born: 1840
Died: September 21, 1904

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I would give up everything rather than have the blood of white men upon the hands of my people.
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I have heard talk and talk, but nothing is done.
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I want the white people to understand my people.
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I know that my race must change.
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Good words will not give me back my children.
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I am tired of talk that comes to nothing.
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We ask to be recognized as men.
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