Army Quote by Chase Iron Eyes
![“We are looking at the potential of an armed raid or a forcible raid after February 22nd [2017], when the Army Corps said that they would declare us trespassers on our own land, the same as the United States Army said they would declare us hostile if we didn't return to the reservations in 1875.” quote by Chase Iron Eyes](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/80f/chase-iron-eyes-55453_army_we-are-looking-at-the-potential-of-an-ar_1229100.jpg)
“We are looking at the potential of an armed raid or a forcible raid after February 22nd [2017], when the Army Corps said that they would declare us trespassers on our own land, the same as the United States Army said they would declare us hostile if we didn't return to the reservations in 1875.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Indigenous rights, 2017
The statement warns that if authorities label Indigenous people as trespassers, it could justify violent confrontation similar to historic conflicts.
In simple terms: Labeling natives as trespassers may lead to armed conflict.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the stakes of land disputes.
Themes
rights
conflict
history
colonialism
sovereignty
Mood
tense
defiant
urgent
Type
political
activist
When to use this quote
- land claims
- legal battles
- community defense
- policy negotiations
Key Concepts
Indigenous sovereignty
state power
historical trauma
Questions to Reflect On
- How can Indigenous communities protect land without violence?
- What legal avenues exist to prevent forced removal?
A Different Perspective
The warning may inflame tensions and overlook peaceful resolution options.
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![“I can't imagine that I would be asked that by the president-elect [Donald Trump], or then-president [Barack Obama]. But it's - I'm very clear. I voted for the change that put the Army Field Manual in place as a member of Congress. I understand that law very, very quickly and am also deeply aware…” quote by James Mattis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/761/james-mattis-9515_army_i-can-t-imagine-that-i-would-be-asked-th_3990.jpg)
