What was Stand Watie's role in the Treaty of New Echota?
He signed it
He opposed it
He negotiated it
He was not involved
Answer
Stand Watie was one of the Cherokee leaders who signed the Treaty of New Echota in 1835. This treaty led to the removal of the Cherokee to Indian Territory, an action opposed by the majority of the tribe.
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