consequences

• Thousands died during the journey (around 8 at the lowest) Families were torn apart, seeking safety and a better life, only to face unimaginable hardships and dangers along the way. In addition to the tragic loss of life, many more individuals suffered from illness, injury, and extreme physical exertion during the arduous journey.
• Harsh conditions and lack of resources
• Forced relocation and loss nomadic lifestyle from east to the plains as they thought it was inhospitable
• Impact on Native American communities, Loss of culture and heritage and Historical trauma and lasting effects