Treaty of 1855

The Treaty of 1855 was an agreement between the U.S. government and various Native American tribes, primarily in the Pacific Northwest. It aimed to establish peaceful relations, boundaries, and rights for both parties. Native tribes ceded large territories to the U.S. but retained rights to fishing and hunting in their traditional areas. The treaty also promised to respect Native lands and provide for their welfare. It was part of the broader reservation system, shaping the relationship between Native nations and the federal government and affecting land use, sovereignty, and resource rights for years to come.