Nancy Ward: An American Heroine of the War of 1812

Laura Secord: Heroine of the War of 1812 (Quest Biography Book 32)

by Peggy Dymond Leavey

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Nancy Ward was a Cherokee leader and advocate for peace who played a pivotal role in the War of 1812. Born in 1738 in Chota, Tennessee, she was the daughter of a Cherokee chief and a white woman. Ward was a skilled diplomat and negotiator, and she used her influence to promote peace and understanding between the Cherokee and the United States government.

During the War of 1812, Ward worked tirelessly to keep the Cherokee out of the conflict. She traveled throughout the Cherokee territory, urging her people to remain neutral and to avoid taking sides in the war. She also met with American and British officials to negotiate for peace.

Ward's efforts were successful, and the Cherokee remained neutral throughout the war. This was a major accomplishment, as the Cherokee were one of the most powerful Native American tribes in the Southeast. Ward's diplomacy helped to prevent a wider conflict and to preserve the lives of many Cherokee people.

In addition to her work for peace, Ward was also an advocate for Cherokee rights. She spoke out against the government's policy of removal, and she worked to protect Cherokee land and culture. Ward was a strong and courageous woman who dedicated her life to serving her people.

Nancy Ward died in 1822, but her legacy lives on. She is remembered as a peacemaker, a diplomat, and a champion for Cherokee rights. Her story is an inspiration to us all.

Timeline of Nancy Ward's Life

• 1738: Born in Chota, Tennessee
• 1760: Marries Kingfisher, a Cherokee chief
• 1776: Kingfisher is killed in the Battle of Long Island
• 1781: Ward becomes a leader of the Cherokee
• 1792: Negotiates the Treaty of Holston with the United States government
• 1812: Works to keep the Cherokee neutral during the War of 1812
• 1822: Dies in Willstown, Alabama

Legacy of Nancy Ward

• Ward is remembered as a peacemaker, a diplomat, and a champion for Cherokee rights.
• She is the subject of numerous books, articles, and documentaries.
• A statue of Ward stands in the United States Capitol building in Washington, D.C.
• The Nancy Ward Cherokee Museum in Vonore, Tennessee, is dedicated to preserving her legacy.

Laura Secord: Heroine of the War of 1812 (Quest Biography Book 32)

by Peggy Dymond Leavey

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1563 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	225 pages

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