The differences in culture between those who lived in America (Native Americans) and the newly arrived colonists (Europeans) lead to decades of conflict, mainly over land. After the American Revolution, George Washington believed that the wisest policy was encouraging Native Americans to assimilate into white European/American culture. He thought this would prevent wars and conflict. Some tribes took his advice, most notably the Cherokee. But Washington's vision proved to be too optimistic. Most white American settlers didn't care whether Native Americans wore European clothes and went to church. They wanted their land, no matter what.
Why did George Washington want Native Americans to assimilate?
A
he thought white European/American culture was superior
B
he believed it would prevent future conflict
C
he thought it would make it easier to acquire their land
D
he wanted to learn from Native American cultures