John Verelst, "Sa Ga Yeath Qua Pieth Tow, King of the Maquas," 1710
How did early colonists’ world view lead them to see Native Americans? How did this perception impact relations between groups?
Spencer Crew (George Mason University) explored these questions in a session led August 4 at Educational Service District 112 in Vancouver, Washington.
Audio file: Spencer Crew – Perceptions of “The Other” in Early American History
Documentary Support:
- The Taking of Indian Lands: Perspectives of Native Americans and European Americans, 1707-1765
- Metacom Relates Indian Complaints about the English Settlers, 1675
