Red Clay, Running Waters

Red Clay, Running Waters tells the compelling true story of John Ridge, a Cherokee man committed to his people's rights, and his White wife Sarah, as they navigate the turbulent years leading up to the Trail of Tears amid the Indian Removal Crisis of the 1830s. Against the backdrop of a divided nation and rising tensions, their journey explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the fight for justice in a complex historical era. This saga offers a nuanced glimpse into a personal and political struggle that shaped the future of the Cherokee Nation.