Flight for Freedom


	FLIGHT FOR FREEDOM So close to winning their freedom yet so far in their wearied state, Chief Joseph and his people were resigned to their coming fate. The soldiers had caught up for days the battle was fierce, Chief Joseph knew in his heart this would be the last battle for the Nez Perce. More fighting would be futile as their numbers were so few, To save his remaining people there was only one thing Chief Joseph could do. He surrendered to the soldiers hoping fairness would come their way, He made a vow to all that were present and he kept ‘till his dying day. His vow was for his people, so maybe they could live in peace, “I will fight no more forever”, meant their war forever did cease. “I am tired; my heart is sick and sad. From where the sun now stands, I will fight no more forever.” -Chief Joseph JRS © 8-24-99 The "Okie" Poet All poems copyrighted ã1997-... Spring Creations The "Okie" Poet All Rights Reserved