Joomla! site syndication http://cherokeeregistry.firstlightonline.org Thu, 29 Jul 2010 21:32:05 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://cherokeeregistry.firstlightonline.org/images/M_images/joomla_rss.png http://cherokeeregistry.firstlightonline.org Joomla! site syndication http://cherokeeregistry.firstlightonline.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=140 Our mission is to preserve and document the history, culture and genealogy of the Cherokee people. We provide the tools and resources with which descendants can discover and preserve their family heritage, learn more about who they are, and join together with tribal members. Here you can gain knowledge of the spiritual aspects, learn the language, hear music and news in native tongue, or read about the secrets of the Cherokee medicine men. News - Latest Mon, 07 Apr 2008 18:07:40 +0100 http://cherokeeregistry.firstlightonline.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=309 In 1730, at Nikwasi, a Englishman, Sir Alexander Cumming convinced Cherokees to crown Moytoy of Tellico as Emperor. Moytoy agreed to recognize King George II of Great Britain as the Cherokee protector. Seven prominent Cherokee, including Attakullakulla, traveled with Sir Alexander Cuming back to London, England. The Cherokee delegation signed the Treaty of Whitehall with the British. Moytoy's son, Amo-sgasite (Dreadful Water) attempted to succeed him as Emperor in 1741, but the Cherokees elected their own leader, Cunne Shote (Standing Turkey) of Chota. Below are accounts from London papers of the time. 12 June 1730 Seven Kings or Chiefs of the Chirakee Indians, bordering upon Carolina, are come over in the Fox Man of War, Capt. Arnold, in order to pay their duty to his Majesty, and assure him of their attachment to his person and Government, c. [Daily Journal] 20 June 1730 ’Tis remarkable that the 7 Chiefs of the Chirakee Indians, lately arrived from South Carolina, in the Fox Man of War, as mentioned in one of our former, were introduced to his Majesty, before whom they all kneeled, and were present at the Installation, and stood near the King when at dinner, being dressed in their country habits, having in their hands, one a bow, another a musquetoon, c. [Daily Journal] News - Latest Tue, 13 Jul 2010 16:32:21 +0100