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Secoton, a Powhatan Village

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Virginia: The Birthplace of Presidents

Virginia: The Birthplace of Presidents

Learn more about Virginia and its geography, people, economy, and history.

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Secoton, a Powhatan Village

Secoton, a Powhatan Village

Secoton, a Powhatan Village, watercolour drawing by John White, c. 1587;...

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Powhatan village of Secoton

Powhatan village of Secoton

Powhatan village of Secoton, colour engraving by Theodor de Bry, 1590, after a watercolour...

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Eastern Woodlands Indians

Eastern Woodlands Indians

Map showing the distribution of the northeasternmost Eastern Woodlands Indians, showing...

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