aer,

The Trail of Tears took place in 1838 as a result of the Indian Removal Act of 1830, a full 23 years prior to the War Between the States. You may want to refer to one of the web sites that cover the Trail of Tears.

Respectfully,

Gerald D. Hodge, Jr.
War Between the States Historian
Historian: 39th Georgia Volunteer Infantry Regiment
http://39thgavolinfrgt.homestead.com/39thHomepage.html