Quote by Chief Joseph
We had good white friends who advised us against taking the war path. My friend and brother, Mr. Chapman, told us just how the war would end.
Summary
This quote suggests that the speaker had well-meaning white friends who cautioned against resorting to violence and conflict (taking the war path). The speaker mentions Mr. Chapman as someone who specifically predicted the eventual outcome of the war. The quote implies that the speaker and their community received advice from trusted individuals who believed that pursuing peaceful means of resolving conflicts would lead to a more favorable resolution in the long run.
Topics
War
By Chief Joseph