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Prior to the influence of European political styles, there were no 'leaders' as most would define the word. Cherokee like most other native American tribes had 'head men' who were selected by natural process of knowledge, wisdom, and respect (yes age played a part in this as you naturally become wiser with age - in most cases). But different headmen were more respected for certain areas. Shaman's for one thing, Warriors for others.
When exposed to the European settlers, the settlers wanted to speak to the "one in charge" without understanding that there was no single leader; this lead to the concept of headman or Chief. Settlers were then confused further when 23 of them would arrive for talks. This is why many treaties will contain numerous names of native Americans.
\like European or American Politics where corrupt politicians are tolerated, or considered normal. Being a leader in this type of system carried a heavy price and was not taken lightly.
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What do Cherokee Indians leaders do for a job?
They're the ones who keep the casinos running.
Why do Cherokee Indians look Asian?
Cherokee Indians look Asian because most Native Indians were decended from Asians
What is the English to Cherokee translation for Nicole?
cherokee indians
Did the Cherokee Indians call themselves Cherokee?
No, the name we used was Tsalagi. But later, Cherokee was adopted
What kind of shoes do Cherokee Indians ware?
the cherokee indians wore shoes called mocasins with different colors on them!
What do Cherokee Indians leaders do for a job?
They're the ones who keep the casinos running.
Are Mississippian Indians called Cherokee Indians?
Cherokee Indians are found in Mississippi; and they are sometimes referred to as Mississippi Indians.
How are leaders chosen?
Leaders are chosen because of the citizens electing them.
What were the Cherokee Indians resources?
What were the Cherokee Indians resources? it was eating and selling things
Do Cherokee Indians register in Oklahoma?
registering in the roll in oklahoma for cherokee indians
Were the Cherokee Indians friendly?
Yes, the Cherokee Indians were a very friendly tribe. They were the largest group of Indians in the United States.
Why do Cherokee Indians look Asian?
Cherokee Indians look Asian because most Native Indians were decended from Asians
What is the English to Cherokee translation for Nicole?
cherokee indians
After the Cherokee Indians were removed from Oklahoma how many survived?
After the Cherokee Indians were removed from Oklahoma 10,000 survived
What is the origin of some Cherokee recipes?
the Cherokee Indians and their hunger.
Did Cherokee Indians have an army?
no
How did Cherokee Indians get their cloths?
Most of the clothes worn by the Cherokee Indians were either made from skins or plant fibers.
