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POW-06 - Powhatan Warrior | John Jenkins Designs
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POW-06 - Powhatan Warrior | John Jenkins Designs
This Powhatan Warrior represents an indigenous archer from eastern Virginia during the early colonial period of North America.
The figure depicts a warrior standing and drawing his bow, capturing the moment of preparation before releasing an arrow.
The Powhatan were a group of Algonquian-speaking peoples who inhabited much of eastern Virginia when the English established their settlement at Jamestown in 1607.
Under the leadership of Wahunsenacawh, approximately 30 communities formed a political alliance known as Tsenacommacah. Each community maintained its own leadership while recognising the authority of the paramount chief.
The longbow was a principal weapon used by Powhatan warriors. Generally measuring between five and six feet in length, these bows were made from native woods such as witch-hazel and hickory.
As English settlement expanded, relations with the Powhatan deteriorated, leading to the Anglo-Powhatan Wars. Following Wahunsenacawh's death in 1618, his brother Opchanacanough became a leading figure in the resistance to colonial expansion.
This individual archer complements the other Powhatan Warriors in the collection, allowing collectors to create varied formations of indigenous bowmen.
Now available from The Military Workshop.
Brand: John Jenkins
