On This Day: Cherokee leaders Major Ridge, John Ridge, and Elias Boudinot are assassinated... (1839)

On June 22, 1839: Cherokee leaders Major Ridge, John Ridge, and Elias Boudinot are assassinated for signing the Treaty of New Echota, which had resulted in the Trail of Tears.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's call to courage in the face of adversity. Consider using it when preaching about courage, leadership, peace.