American History: Pocahontas

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In sixteenth century, a lot of Indians migrated to states all over America. There were many wars between Indians and white men at that time. A prominent figure who was among representative of the Indians brought friendly relations with white settlers was Pocahontas. She was Powhatan Indian woman who befriended the settlers and married John Rolfe, the Jamestown settler, Virginia. In my opinion, Pocahontas was a compassionate little girl, a peaceful ambassador and a typical Christian Indian woman.

Pocahontas was extremely gracious and mild girl. She helped the settlers out of famine, disease and Indian attacks. Sometimes, she bore some foods to aid the hard-pressed settlers. I think Pocahontas was invaluable friend to the colonists; she not only empathized with their desperate situation but also attempted to provide them with corn and fish. During that time, Pocahontas came to Jamestown as an emissary of her father. This would be a difficult issue to explain why she helped the colonists who might take her land at once. If I were Pocahontas, I would not assist them because they came to my land, they could take over my land whenever they wanted. But Pocahontas was so generous and full of mercy. She also saved Captain John Smith-who led a small group of colonists in an expedition- from the death. While the settlers were exploring the land, Indians quickly overtook them, killing everyone except Smith. After that, Smith was taken back to Powhatan’s residence as a prisoner. He was declared guilty and sentenced to death. Before Smith was killed, Pocahontas ran forward and covered his body with her own. Then, Smith was released, Pocahontas and Smith became friends. It was possible that without her intercession, Smith would have been killed...

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...ligious Indians would increase as well. I believed that God controlled apart of affair chain which happened in Jamestown because Pocahontas was baptized and trusted in God. She was a typical representative of Indians following God. Finally, she left heritage for Indian; though it was not matter, it was spirit as well as Pocahontas’s contribution such as: the peace, the honor, the pioneer in religion. She deserved admirable and respectful by next generations.

Pocahontas played an important role and became a romantic figure in American history. She was famous for her many contributions to the success of Jamestown. She also converted to Christianity and married the colonist, John Rolfe. Finally, she was known as the clement and elegant woman who brought the peace to Jamestown. With her contribution to Jamestown, Pocahontas deserved recognition in American history.

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