By 1835 , the situation became intractable and open conflict broke out between Creeks and settlers .
When individual Creek attempted to enforce their property rights against squatters , they were often retaliated against by the local militia .
By 1835 , the situation became intractable and open conflict broke out between Creek and settlers .
When individual Creek attempted to enforce their property rights against squatters , they were often retaliated against by the local militia .