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LoC No.: 04006749
Title: Massasoit's Town Sowams in Pokanoket, Its History Legends and Traditions
Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Note: Sowams occupied the site of the present town of Warren, R.I.
Credits: Carol Brown, Steve Mattern and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Massasoit's Town Sowams in Pokanoket, Its History Legends and Traditions" by Virginia Baker is a historical account written in the early 20th century, specifically published in 1904. The book delves into the life and legacy of Massasoit, the revered Wampanoag sachem, and paints a vivid picture of his homeland, Sowams, located in present-day Rhode Island. It offers insights into the geography, culture, and experiences of the Wampanoag people, particularly during the time of their interactions with early European settlers. In this comprehensive account, Baker explores the rich history of the Pocanoket region, detailing its significance as Massasoit's residence and the economic, social, and political factors that shaped the lives of its inhabitants. The narrative recounts various events, including the relationships forged between the Wampanoag tribe and the Pilgrims, notable treaties, and the challenges faced by the indigenous people as they navigated the complexities of colonization. Baker highlights Massasoit's diplomatic skills and leadership, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of this pivotal figure in American history and the resilience of his people amidst overwhelming change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Baker, Virginia, 1859-1927
EBook No.: 65284
Published: May 8, 2021
Downloads: 77
Language: English
Subject: Massasoit, 1580-1661
Subject: Wampanoag Indians
Subject: Sowams
LoCC: History: America: America
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 04006749
Title: Massasoit's Town Sowams in Pokanoket, Its History Legends and Traditions
Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Note: Sowams occupied the site of the present town of Warren, R.I.
Credits: Carol Brown, Steve Mattern and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Massasoit's Town Sowams in Pokanoket, Its History Legends and Traditions" by Virginia Baker is a historical account written in the early 20th century, specifically published in 1904. The book delves into the life and legacy of Massasoit, the revered Wampanoag sachem, and paints a vivid picture of his homeland, Sowams, located in present-day Rhode Island. It offers insights into the geography, culture, and experiences of the Wampanoag people, particularly during the time of their interactions with early European settlers. In this comprehensive account, Baker explores the rich history of the Pocanoket region, detailing its significance as Massasoit's residence and the economic, social, and political factors that shaped the lives of its inhabitants. The narrative recounts various events, including the relationships forged between the Wampanoag tribe and the Pilgrims, notable treaties, and the challenges faced by the indigenous people as they navigated the complexities of colonization. Baker highlights Massasoit's diplomatic skills and leadership, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of this pivotal figure in American history and the resilience of his people amidst overwhelming change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Baker, Virginia, 1859-1927
EBook No.: 65284
Published: May 8, 2021
Downloads: 77
Language: English
Subject: Massasoit, 1580-1661
Subject: Wampanoag Indians
Subject: Sowams
LoCC: History: America: America
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.