What first Indian tribe meet the pilgrims?

The first Indian tribe that met the Pilgrims was the Wampanoag tribe. In December 1620, shortly after the Pilgrims arrived at Plymouth, they encountered members of this tribe, including the leader Massasoit. The Wampanoag played a crucial role in the survival of the Pilgrims by teaching them agricultural techniques and helping them establish trade. This initial contact laid the foundation for a complex relationship between Native Americans and the European settlers.