Paramount Chief Powhatan | A Brief Biography

Many great leaders have shaped the history of Tsenacommacah, but the most widely known is likely Paramount Chief Powhatan. Paramount Chief Powhatan was born in the town of Powhatan, near the falls of the James River. His personal name was actually Wahunsenacawh with Powhatan being more akin to a nickname. He held the title of Paramount Chief or Mamanatowick, meaning he ruled over many tribes and towns in Tsenacommacah.

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