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Famous Americans
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Chief Powhatan
Powhatan was an American Indian leader when the settlers came to Jamestown. He ruled over many tribes. -
Pocahantas
She was an American Indian girl, daughter of Powhatan, who came with her father’s people to visit the settlers at Jamestown. She worked to help the settlers receive food from the American Indians. -
Betsy Ross
Betsy Ross is believed to have sewn one of the first flags for our country. -
George Washington
George Washington was the first president of the United States and is often called the “Father of Our Country.” -
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln was the 16th United States president and is often called “Honest Abe.”
