# Chief Powhatan — American Indian Stories character guide

> Chief Powhatan in American Indian Stories by Zitkála-Šá.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Powhatan

**First appearance:** 0035-america-s-indian-problem

## Who they are

A historical Native American leader mentioned in passing.

## In the story

### [America's Indian Problem](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/american_indian_stories_se/chapters/america-s-indian-problem)

Mentioned as a historical figure who was deceived by English settlers with a cross symbolizing a false alliance.

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