Pocahontas, Thomas, Robert and Henry were essential to the sustainability of their communities. Kupperman writes that "they spent the rest of their lives caught between cultures.

But ‘Pocahontas’ paved the way.” Despite its invented romance, the film ends with Pocahontas spurning John Smith’s invitation to go with him to England. She chooses to stay with her tribe.

Past Auction Walt Disney Studios American, est. 1923 Pocahontas: Thomas, John Smith, Pocahontas, Flit, Meeko and Percy, 1995 Medium Celluloid Painted Size 31.8 x 86.4 cm. (12.5 x 34 in.) Edition Sale ...