Captain John Underhill

English settler and colonial soldier

Captain John Underhill - English settler and colonial soldier
Born

October 7th, 1597
427 years ago

Died

1672
353 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

England

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Born in England in 1597, a significant figure in the early colonial history of New England. Arrived in Massachusetts in 1629 as a soldier and became an important leader in the Pequot War. Played a key role in the Mystic Massacre, an assault on a Pequot village that led to heavy casualties and was pivotal in shifting the balance of power in the region. Authored 'Newes from America', documenting the experiences of settlers in the New World and providing insights into colonial life and conflicts.

Led attacks during the Pequot War

Authored 'Newes from America'

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