Massasoit of the Wampanoags (Classic Reprint): With a Brief Commentary on Indian Character: With a Brief Commentary on Indian Character (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A vivid history of Massasoit and the Wampanoags, linked to a lasting American memorial and the birth of liberty in New England.

This nonfiction work weaves together the story of Massasoit, his people, and their long relationship with the Plymouth settlement. It frames historical events, personal leadership, and diplomacy, while also presenting the motive to honor the past through a public memorial. The text offers context for how early colonial relations shaped later American ideas of liberty and citizenship.

- Learn who Massasoit was and how his leadership affected Wampanoag relations with settlers.
- Explore key figures and moments in the tribe’s history, including alliances, conflicts, and treaties.
- Understand the broader historical backdrop of early New England and its influence on American identity.
- See how a memorial project grew from historical study to a national tribute.

Ideal for readers of early American history, Native American history, and those curious about the roots of cooperation and conflict in colonial New England.

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