Tag Archives: Native People

New Hampshire’s First Leader, Sagamore of the Penacook, Diplomat and Peacemaker: Passaconaway (c1580-c1673)

Posted on 17 May, 2007 by Janice Brown

Passaconaway was an amazing man. He was Sagamo of the Native People called Penacook.

The Penacook were a confederation of … Continue reading →

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November 2006: National American Indian Heritage Month

Posted on 3 November, 2006 by Janice Brown

This month is National American Indian Heritage Month.  As of July 1, 2005 the estimated population of American Indians … Continue reading →

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Celebrating New Hampshire’s Native Americans: Part II

Posted on 9 September, 2006 by Janice Brown

Clearly New Hampshire native peoples are becoming more visible,

so be aware that there are several “bands” living in … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire’s Native Americans: Hiding in Plain Sight

Posted on 10 August, 2006 by Janice Brown

Contrary to what you have been led to believe, New Hampshire's history did NOT begin with the arrival of the European settlers… Continue reading →

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Passaconaway, Sagamo of the Penacooks

Posted on 8 August, 2006 by Janice Brown

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