Ninigret
Ninigret (also known as Juanemo according to Roger Williams) (c. 1610-1677) was a sachem of the eastern Niantic Indian tribe in New England at the time of colonization, based in Rhode Island. In 1637, he allied with the colonists and the Narragansetts against the Pequot Indians.
Ninigret | |
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Ninigret in 1681 (collection of Rhode Island School of Design Museum) | |
| Niantic leader | |
| Personal details | |
| Resting place | "Burying Hill" near Charlestown, Rhode Island |
| Relations | Nephew Miantonomo |
| Children | Son Ninigret; daughter |
| Nickname | Juanemo |
Ninigret is credited with keeping the Niantics out of King Philip's War, in which the colonists fought to prevent their homes and settlements from being destroyed by certain Indian tribes.
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