Canonicus
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Presently the signal was given, the drums were beaten, the trumpets sounded, and immediately the "Canonicus" led the proud procession, followed by a long line of steamers and transports which gracefully rounded into line.
From The Flag Replaced on Sumter A Personal Narrative by Spicer, William A.
They immediately ceased all hostile demonstrations, and Canonicus remained after this, until his death, apparently a firm friend of the English.
From King Philip Makers of History by Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot)
When this was found Canonicus and Mantonomi agreed to let the company have lands, and soon the new settlement was made and named Providence, in recognition of God's care of him during his journey.
From Historic Shrines of America Being the Story of One Hundred and Twenty Historic Buildings and the Pioneers Who Made Them Notable by Faris, John T. (John Thomson)
At length, after having encountered much hardship and surmounted many perils, he arrived at the imperial residence of Canonicus.
From King Philip Makers of History by Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot)
They tried to persuade the Narragansetts to join them, but Roger Williams, who lived among them, persuaded Canonicus, their chief, to refuse.
From The Greater Republic A History of the United States by Morris, Charles
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