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POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617). Pocahontas asks her father, Powhatan, to spare the life of John Smith. Copper engraving from Smiths Generall Historie of Virginia, 1624

POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617). Pocahontas asks her father, Powhatan, to spare the life of John Smith. Copper engraving from Smiths Generall Historie of Virginia, 1624


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POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617). Pocahontas asks her father, Powhatan, to spare the life of John Smith. Copper engraving from Smiths Generall Historie of Virginia, 1624

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This print captures a pivotal moment in history, showcasing the legendary Pocahontas pleading with her father, Powhatan, to spare the life of John Smith. The copper engraving is derived from Smith's Generall Historie of Virginia and dates back to 1624. In this scene, we witness the courageous Pocahontas as she stands before her chief father, bowing respectfully but determinedly. With an arrow and spear by her side, she symbolizes both strength and diplomacy. Meanwhile, John Smith - an English adventurer and settler in Jamestown - faces imminent danger as he kneels helplessly at Pocahontas' feet. The image beautifully depicts the clash between two worlds: that of the colonial settlers and the Native American tribe led by Powhatan. Smoke billows in the background from a fire lit within their wigwam village while men armed with clubs stand guard nearby. Pocahontas emerges as a beacon of hope for unity amidst this tense encounter. As a princess bridging cultures, she uses her influence to advocate for peace between her people and these new arrivals from across the ocean. This historical artifact serves as a reminder of Pocahontas' bravery and compassion during one of America's earliest encounters between European colonists and Native Americans. It immortalizes an extraordinary woman who played a significant role in shaping early relations between different civilizations in what would become known as the New World.

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