The Wampanoag have played a vital role in American history. It was with their help that the Pilgrims survived their early days in Massachusetts. In fact, the Wampanoag are often thought to have been at the first Thanksgiving. However, there is much more to these "People of the First Light" than just their connections to European colonizers, and readers learn the complete story of the Wampanoag in this detailed guide to their history and culture. This impressive research resource includes informative sidebars that highlight essential people, events, and concepts, as well as photographs that span the history of this group.