Trail of Tears?

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Trail of Tears?

Is there any information on the people who were suppose to go to Oklahoma? My 2nd great-grandfather changed his name and hid to avoid going. From what I understand, he was already ordered to go when he decided to hide, but I could be wrong. So I was wondering if they made a list of the people who were suppose to go and if so, where could I find that? I have a good idea what his Indian name was because he named one of his sons what his name translated to, so I'd like to see if his name is on the list, if there is one.

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1 week ago
I've researched my family tree extensively. I've even written a book. I've travelled around the world for information. My family can be traced back to the 1400's. I'm not new to this. This is one of 3 brickwalls that I set aside to tackle when all else was done. The other 2 are also Indian. I don't know much about investigating Indians. But after researching this morning, maybe it wasn't the trail of tears. He married in 1852 and he changed his name before that, so maybe it wasn't the trail of tears, unless it was when he was a boy (b. 1833) and it was his parents who changed his name. Where can I find information on movements around 1850?

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: 1 week ago
I've researched my family tree extensively. I've even written a book. I've travelled around the world for information. My family can be traced back to the 1400's. I'm not new to this. This is one of 3 brickwalls that I set aside to tackle when all else was done. The other 2 are also Indian. I don't know much about investigating Indians. But after researching this morning, maybe it wasn't the trail of tears. He married in 1852 and he changed his name before that, so maybe it wasn't the trail of tears, unless it was when he was a boy (b. 1833) and it was his parents who changed his name. Where can I find information on movements around 1850?