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Chief Joseph, leader of the Nez Perce tribe, was influenced by a combination of cultural heritage, personal experiences, and the encroachment of settlers on Native American lands. His commitment to peace and negotiation stemmed from his father's teachings and the tribe's historical experiences of conflict and displacement. The harsh realities of the U.S. government's policies and broken treaties motivated him to resist removal from their ancestral lands, ultimately leading to his famous surrender speech, which emphasized his desire for peace and justice for his people.

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