When learning about Pocahontas, I would have to say my understanding of her is much more in character, than in symbol or historical figure. (Historical figure meaning more facts about Pocahontas herself) There really aren’t too many sources that tell dates, attributes or other qualities of the person Pocahontas. Thinking about Pocahontas as a symbol is doable, but I find myself most studied in the way she is a character. I believe she encompasses story and is remembered for her importance to the history of our nation.
The reason I think of Pocahontas more as a story than a figure or symbol is because of the way she is portrayed in society. I have learned some minor information about her in textbooks in past classes but what seems to be more important were her actual works in story form.
The other way I know Pocahontas is from her Disney movie, which I haven’t seen in a very long time. I remember the story through this media, but I don’t remember factual information. In movie form more values are shown, but I still find the story much more understood than symbolism of Pocahontas.
Why is that the impression I am left with? I know that there are values added into the movie, but why don’t they stand out as much in my mind? I am going to re-watch the movie again tonight and that will probably answer my questions or even change my impression.
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