I have read with interest the post on this subject during the last several days. I think this is a multi faceted answer and comments... I don't think anyone is on the Mayflower list unless he/she has great interest and pride in the fact you are related to this early pioneers and people who lived and died trying to create a better life for themselves. They ( for the most part) people of very strong convictions and profound religious beliefs. We have come to understand that the Indians too had these same qualities. It is easier to look back and see these things ...as we have done with other periods of time in our history. I believe Muriel gave part of the answer AND Mark explanation let us ponder another aspect of this history...I for one appreciate and understand both perspectives. Our ancestors honestly thought they had been sent by God and I have read many accounts where they tried to be fair and just in their dealing with the Indians. Like all groups of people some were more sensitive and others more authoritarian. No matter how many books and accounts we read I don't honestly think we will ever understand the whole situation and to state otherwise is still an assumption. I hope we allow "room" for diverse trains of thought and respect each for time has allowed us the luxury of gathering more information . This can be a great forum for appreciating ALL truths.