Matecomet, also known as Mateguamish, was a Native American leader of the Potawatomi tribe during the early 19th century. He is notable for his role in the War of 1812, where he allied with the British against American expansion into Native lands. Matecomet's leadership and resistance efforts exemplified the struggles of Indigenous peoples during this turbulent period in American history. His legacy reflects the broader conflicts faced by Native Americans as they sought to protect their territories and way of life.