Relations with Native Peoples

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Relations with Native peoples were an important aspect of colonial life. When settlers arrived, they often interacted with the Native Americans who lived on the land. Some colonists formed friendships and traded goods, while others had conflicts over land and resources. Understanding and respecting the cultures of Native peoples was vital for peaceful coexistence.

Key facts

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1Colonists often interacted with Native Americans.
2Some relationships were friendly, while others were not.
3Respecting Native cultures was important for peace.

Timeline

When it happened

1621
Plymouth and the Wampanoag make a peace treaty
1622
The Powhatan Confederacy attacks the Virginia settlements
1675
King Philip's War begins in New England
1763
The Proclamation Line bars colonists from settling west of the Appalachians

Then & Now

This still shapes laws, borders, and even your school today.

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Harvard College was founded in 1636, just 16 years after the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth.

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What did some colonists do with Native Americans?

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Why was it important to respect Native cultures?

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