Monacan Indian Nation
17th century
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In 1677, the Monacan leader Surenough was one of several native signatories to the Treaty of Middle Plantation following [[Bacon's Rebellion]]. Virginian settlers and the [[Pamunkey]] encountered them, and the Manahoac, on the Upper Mattaponi and North Anna rivers in 1684. |
In 1677, the Monacan leader Surenough was one of several native signatories to the Treaty of Middle Plantation following [[Bacon's Rebellion]]. Virginian settlers and the [[Pamunkey]] encountered them, and the Manahoac, on the Upper Mattaponi and North Anna rivers in 1684. |
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By 1699, many Monacans were forced to abandon their traditional territory, fleeing farther away due to European encroachment.{{citations needed|date=May 2025}} |
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=== 18th century === |
=== 18th century === |
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