The Cherokee Nation from 1500 to 1865. This paper examines the history of the Cherokee Nation during the period between the first European contact to the American Civil War. An emphasis is on the role of the Cherokee people as a socially and politically motivated people who were wronged by the U.S. government. 8 pgs. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Pages: 8 Bibliography: 4 source(s) listed Filename: 5226 Cherokee Nation 1500-1865.doc Price: 71.60