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Parent. Wahunsenacawh/Chief Powhatan (father) Pocahontas ( US: / ˌpoʊkəˈhɒntəs /, UK: / ˌpɒk -/; born Amonute, [1] also known as Matoaka and Rebecca Rolfe; c. 1596 – March 1617) was a Native American woman belonging to the Powhatan people, notable for her association with the colonial settlement at Jamestown, Virginia.
Despite her short life, Pocahontas was a key figure in the beginnings of English America. Here's what to know about her story.
Pocahontas is a 1995 American animated musical historical drama film based on the life of Powhatan woman Pocahontas and the arrival of English colonial settlers from the Virginia Company. The film romanticizes Pocahontas's encounter with John Smith and her legendary saving of his life.
Feb 20, 2024 · Learn the true story of Pocahontas, the Powhatan "princess" who was a translator, ambassador and leader in the face of European colonization. Discover how her life and legacy have been distorted by myths and misinterpretations for centuries.
Oct 29, 2009 · Learn about Pocahontas, the daughter of Chief Powhatan and the wife of John Rolfe, who played a key role in the Jamestown colony. Discover her life story, from her childhood to her death, and her legacy in American history.
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Jun 21, 2024 · Pocahontas, Powhatan woman who fostered peace between English colonists and Native Americans by befriending the settlers at the Jamestown Colony in Virginia and eventually marrying one of them. Learn more about Pocahontas’s life and her legacy, including her portrayal in popular culture.
Jun 23, 1995 · Pocahontas is a 1995 film that tells the story of the romance between a Native American woman and an English soldier in colonial Virginia. The film features voice actors such as Mel Gibson, Linda Hunt, and Irene Bedard, and won two Oscars for its music and animation.
