Some of the items that the Cherokee were able to take with them included clothing, blankets, cooking utensils, and a few personal belongings. They also carried food supplies, such as cornmeal, beans, and dried meat. In some cases, the Cherokee were able to bring along some of their livestock, such as horses and cows.
However, many of the Cherokee were not able to take even these basic necessities with them. They were forced to travel on foot, and many died from exposure, starvation, and disease. The Trail of Tears was a tragic event in American history, and it resulted in the loss of life and property for thousands of Cherokee people.