The term “Chickasaw” refers to a Native American people originally from the southeastern United States, particularly present-day Mississippi, Alabama, and Tennessee. The Chickasaw are known for their distinct language, culture, and history. Additionally, “Chickasaw” can refer to their language, which is a separate Muskogean language. The Chickasaw Nation is a recognized tribal government that operates in Oklahoma, where many Chickasaw people relocated during the 19th century Indian Removal period.
