One of the best-known stories in American history is that of Pocahontas rescuing Captain John Smith. It's even featured in a new movie, The New World ... but the image of Pocahontas in that movie, or the Disney movie of a few years ago, is far from historical accuracy. Read more about the real story of Pocahontas, and about historians' opinions of some of the myths of her life.One of the best-known stories in American history is that of Pocahontas rescuing Captain John Smith. It's even featured in a new movie, The New World ... but the image of Pocahontas in that movie, or the Disney movie of a few years ago, is far from historical accuracy. Read more about the real story of Pocahontas, and about historians' opinions of some of the myths of her life.Explore Women's History
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