A so-called clerical error at the federal level has resulted in over 90,000 acres of land belonging to the Yakama Nation being transferred to the state of Washington, and the tribe is now demanding its return. This situation traces back to 1855, when Yakama Chief Kamiakin was coerced into signing away the lands of 14 tribal nations and bands in the Pacific Northwest-a decision made under the threat of violence against his people. Legend has it that in his anger, he bit through his lip while signing the treaty.