The Monmouth Steamboat Disaster

On October 31, 1837, a tragic steamboat collision leads to the deaths of hundreds of Creek Indians, emphasizing a dark chapter in history. The episode explores the chaos and desperation during the disaster on the Mississippi River, set against the backdrop of forced relocation. It also highlights the significant impacts of the Creek War and the Treaty of Fort Jackson, alongside a landmark Supreme Court ruling that restored Native sovereignty in Oklahoma, shedding light on the enduring fight for rights and recognition.