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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.
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.
- Missy Sullivan
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.
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.
- 4 min
- Jackie Mansky,Sonja Anderson
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.
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- Animation, Adventure, Drama
- Mike Gabriel, Eric Goldberg
- 1995-06-23
Mar 12, 2019 · Despite her short life, Pocahontas was a key figure in the beginnings of English America. Here's what to know about her story.
Learn about the life and legacy of Pocahontas, the daughter of Powhatan who married John Rolfe and became a symbol of colonial America. Discover how she was portrayed in history, art and culture, and what we really know about her.
