149. Pocahontas: Kidnapped in Virginia
Empire
Pocahontas: Captivity and Transformation
This chapter explores the life of Pocahontas amidst the tumultuous relations between English settlers and indigenous populations. It traces her journey from captivity to becoming a cultural intermediary while examining the complex political and personal dynamics of her marriage to John Rolfe. The narrative highlights her identity transformation and the contrasting perceptions of her legacy in both Indigenous and British contexts.
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