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Reception of a Narragansett warrior by John Winthrop, Massachusetts, c1630s (c1880). Artist: Whymper
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Reception of a Narragansett warrior by John Winthrop, Massachusetts, c1630s (c1880). Artist: Whymper
Reception of a Narragansett warrior by John Winthrop, Massachusetts, c1630s (c1880). Winthrop was the leader of a group of Puritan settlers that established the Massachusetts Bay Colony on the coast between the modern cities of Boston and Salem in 1629. A print from Cassells History of the United States, by Edmund Ollier, Volume I, Cassell Petter and Galpin, London, c1880
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Colonisation Colonist Colony Edmund Edmund Ollier Feather Feathers Governor Greeting Massachusetts Massachusetts Bay Colony Meeting Ollier Protestantism Puritan Puritanism Settler Settlers Whymper Headgear John Winthrop Narragansett Print Collector8 Winthrop
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The captivating print captures a significant historical moment in the early colonial period of America. Depicting the reception of a Narragansett warrior by John Winthrop, leader of the Puritan settlers who established the Massachusetts Bay Colony, it offers a glimpse into the complex dynamics between Native Americans and European colonizers. Set against a backdrop of untamed wilderness, this image showcases an intriguing meeting between two contrasting cultures. The Narragansett warrior stands tall, adorned with feathers and wearing traditional attire that symbolizes his native heritage. In contrast, Governor John Winthrop appears dressed in English garb, representing the influence of European colonization on American soil. Their interaction is one filled with curiosity and respect as they exchange greetings. This encounter reflects both their shared humanity and their differences in religious beliefs – Winthrop being a devout Puritan Christian while the Narragansett warrior adheres to his own spiritual traditions. The image serves as a reminder of how these early settlers sought to establish themselves in unfamiliar lands while encountering indigenous peoples who had inhabited those territories for centuries. It raises questions about power dynamics, cultural assimilation, and coexistence during this pivotal time in history. Preserved through an engraving by Whymper from Cassells History of the United States by Edmund Ollier, this photograph allows us to reflect upon our nation's past and encourages us to explore its complexities further.
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