Treaty of Fort Confederation facts for kids

The Treaty of Fort Confederation was an agreement signed on October 17, 1802. It was made between the Choctaw people, who are a Native American tribe, and the United States Government. Through this treaty, the Choctaw tribe gave up about 10,000 acres (about 40 square kilometers) of their land. This land included the area where Fort Tombecbe, also known as Fort Confederation, was located.

What Was This Treaty About?

This treaty was signed to help both the Choctaw people and the United States get along better. It was also meant to keep their friendship strong. The main goal was to set clear rules for how they would live together.

Key Points of the Agreement

The treaty had several important parts:

• New Borders: The lines marking the land borders between the Choctaw territory and the United States were to be checked and marked again. This helped everyone know exactly where the land belonged.
• Land for the U.S.: The Choctaw people officially gave up their claim to certain lands, giving these lands to the United States.
• Changing Old Lines: Some of the older border lines were changed to fit the new agreement.
• When It Started: The treaty also stated when all these new rules and land changes would officially begin.

Who Signed the Treaty?

Many important people from both sides signed the Treaty of Fort Confederation. These signatures made the agreement official.

Important Signers

Some of the key people who signed included:

• James Wilkinson: A general representing the United States.
• Tuskona Hoopoio: A leader from the Choctaw people.
• Mingo Pooskoos: Another Choctaw leader.
• Poosha Matthaw: A famous and respected Choctaw chief.
• Oak Chummy: A Choctaw signer.
• Tuskee Maiaby: A Choctaw signer.
• Latalahomah: A Choctaw signer.
• Mooklahoosoopoieh: A Choctaw signer.
• Mingo Hom Astubby: A Choctaw signer.
• Tuskahoma: A Choctaw signer.
• Silas Dinsmoor: The agent for the United States who worked with the Choctaw people.
• John Pitchlynn: An interpreter who helped translate between the Choctaw and U.S. representatives.
• Turner Brashears: A witness to the signing.
• Peter H. Marsalis: A witness to the signing.
• John Long: A witness to the signing.

General James Wilkinson was one of the signers of the treaty.

See Also

• Other Treaties with the Choctaw
• Treaty of Hopewell
• Treaty of Fort Adams
• Treaty of Hoe Buckintoopa
• Treaty of Mount Dexter
• Treaty of Fort St. Stephens
• Treaty of Doak's Stand
• Treaty of Washington City
• Treaty of Dancing Rabbit Creek
• List of treaties