Passamaquoddy Indians played a pivotal role in the American culture, because they were among the first Native Americans who interacted with the Europeans. In addition, they are descendants of the Native Americans that colonized the areas in Maine and New Brunswick. They moved frequently during the year, because they were hunters- gatherers; therefore, they built small, dome-like houses made of wooden frames named as wigwams. They spoke their …show more content…
They are a remarkable part of the American history, because they helped pilgrims in the 17th century. In fact, pilgrims and Wampanoag signed a treaty that lasted for more than 50 years; this treaty was inscribed with a promise of not hurting each other. Moreover, they are the original inhabitants of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. They resided in villages consisted of small circular houses known as wetus or wigwams, and they spoke their native Wampanoag (Massachusetts) language. In terms of clothing, women wore knee- length skirts, and men wore breechcloths with leggings, and their roles were defined in their community as men being hunters and protectors and women were farmers and housemakers. As mentioned above, men and women duties were divided; therefore, they were equally able to participate and contribute in their daily activities. Also, they were acknowledged for their beadwork, wood carvings and baskets. For transportation, they made dugout canoes that were used for fishing