Woman’s History Month: Fast facts about Pocahontas

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Indian princess and legend Pocahontas led an interesting life. From a young tomboy who loved to run and shoot arrows to a kidnapped teen who learned a new language and culture to a traveling ambassador who met the English royal family, the biography of Pocahontas is fascinating. Here are 15 interesting facts about the life of Powhatan princess, Pocahontas.

Let these fast facts become the basis for a writing prompt, research project, or poster board assignment or even a diaroma. 

1. Pocahontas was Continue Reading …

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