UNCAS
\ʌnkˈas], \ʌnkˈas], \ʌ_n_k_ˈa_s]\
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(1588?-1682) revolted from the Pequot Indians in 1635 and became chief of the Mohegans. He made treaties of peace with the colonists, and in 1637 greatly assisted Colonel Mason's expedition against the Pequots, for which he received part of their land. In 1643 he defeated Miantonomo, chief of the Narragansetts, and put him to death. He was always friendly to the whites and faithful to his treaties.
By John Franklin Jameson
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