Certificate of Cherokee Heritage – individuals whose ancestors are found on key Cherokee rolls
Cherokee Kinship Recognition: Recognizing those whose family stories enhance our understanding of Cherokee history.
Example: Ancestors unfairly removed from the rolls.
Certificate of Honor: For individuals whose ancestors made selfless and significant contributions to the Cherokee community.
Example: descendants of Rev. Evan Jones
Cherokee Chronicles Recognition: Celebrating individuals whose family narratives add to the ongoing story and understanding of Cherokee history.
Example: Daniel S. Butrick.
Cherokee Narratives Commendation: This certificate honors those who share ancestral narratives illuminating Cherokee culture and history with heartfelt accounts and profound insights. They may stem from unexpected sources revealing empathetic perspectives of the enduring plight and resilience of the Cherokee people.
Example: Private John G. Burnett