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The Powhatan Confederacy was a coalition of Native American tribes from the territory of Virginia. They were also known as the Virginia Algonquians.

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How many tribes made up Powhatans confederacy?

5


Who are the powhatans enemies?

the Monocans aare the Powhatans enemies


What were the powhatans famous for?

the powhatans are famouse because they were the ones who helped the pilgrims grow corn and tabacco. That is all i really know about the powhatans. sorry:(


Why were the Powhatans nervous about the arrival of English setterl?

The Powhatans were nervous about the arrival of English settlers because they perceived a threat to their land, resources, and way of life. The settlers' need for land and expansion clashed with the Powhatans' territory, leading to fears of encroachment and conflict. Additionally, the settlers brought new diseases, which could devastate Indigenous populations unaccustomed to such illnesses. Overall, the arrival of the English settlers marked the beginning of significant cultural and territorial upheaval for the Powhatan Confederacy.


Do the powhatans hunt?

No


When did the Powhatans capture John Smith?

John Smith was captured by the Powhatan Confederacy in December 1607. He was taken during a military expedition in the Virginia region and brought before Powhatan, the leader of the confederacy. This encounter eventually led to a significant moment in Smith's life, as he later reported that he was saved from execution by the intervention of Pocahontas.


What was the powhatans transportation?

Feet and canoes.


What tribe lived in the Appalachian Plateau?

powhatans


What were the factors leading to the downfall of the Powhatans?

disease


Who initiated trade with the Powhatans?

john smith


What did Powhatans live in?

Powhatan lived in a '' Yahkin''


Why was Powhatans neverous about the arrival of the English settlers?

The Powhatans were nervous because they thought the English might kill them and/or take over there land and take EVERYTHING.