6. Tense Relations with Indigenous Peoples
The Pilgrim Fathers’ arrival led to a fragile peace, not lasting harmony. Misunderstandings, land disputes, and resource competition quickly surfaced, setting the stage for future conflict. The Wampanoag tribe, led by Massasoit, initially sought an alliance with the settlers to strengthen their position against rival tribes. However, this alliance was not universally approved, and tensions arose as the Pilgrims expanded their settlement and encroached upon traditional Wampanoag lands. (history.com)
