Powhatan, the leader of the Powhatan Confederacy, referred to John Smith as "Nantaquoud," which means "he who does not know." This name was given to Smith in a ceremonial context, reflecting the indigenous people's perception of him as a newcomer to their world. Smith's interactions with Powhatan and his people were significant in the early years of the Jamestown settlement.
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