No wonder why I choose this topic. Seminoles are one of the
greatest and proudest tribes in the whole America. They have a rich history that
lasts for centuries and centuries. But unfortunately most of it is full of
sadness and unfairness towards them. They play a huge role in Florida and Miami
history, as one of the first inhabitants and locals. Therefore, in my research
paper I would like to discuss this unique tribe. Though, my goal is not just to
retell my audience the whole Seminole history, but to concentrate on a specific
time period. That is the beginning of the 20th century. This was one
of the crucial years in the Seminoles life as they were between two controversial
time periods. They had past full of wars and quarrels with the American’s. And
the future, that included total control and care from the Government. So what
will work best for them, for their traditions and for their morality? What “road”
should they choose that will help them survive and at the same time represent their
rare culture? These are the questions that I want to answer through my essay, and
bring up the best answer through my personal view.
There have been
done similar works on this topic, but slightly different to what I’m actually
looking for. My voice is the voice of the future, so I have this opportunity to
look at this problem from different angles and to use various researches. Plus,
the Native American culture always grabbed my interest so I have this inner
wish to discover them. Therefore, this research gives me the opportunity to
delve into Seminole Indian history. And will share my own thoughts on this
topic. My audience is someone who is very understanding and sensitive as well
as people who look for historical evidence. My goal is to bring empathy towards
the Seminoles, and the best way to do it is through my personal voice. Also, I
aim to smoothly mix up my position with different types of sources. I feel that
the best way to unite all my material is through the writer Minnie Moore
Wilson. She was one of the biggest figures at that time and one of the first
ones who actually looked at the Seminoles dramatic situation. Eventually, her
writings will not fully cover my question. Therefore, I will use other authors
and materials to make my essay more global. My historical research will mostly
include information from the books and Special Collection archives.
All in all, I want
to show how this red race is and was important. They are the main locals and
the main representatives of Florida and Miami. They are what the history of
Florida stands upon. Hence, the way they been treated was so disrespected and
wrong, that it shows the cruelty of the American Government. Lastly, the way
Seminoles were dealing with so much pressure, really intrigued me and made me search
for the answer.
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