This is the Story of What Happened to the Real Pocahontas

John Rolfe’s treatment of young Thomas revealed the depth of his indifference. Not only did he abandon the child, but he also refused to provide any financial support, leaving his supposed son to fend for himself through others. Yet Rolfe had painted himself into a corner.

In order to protect his reputation and cover up the troubling events that took place aboard the ship, he had officially signed documents declaring Thomas his biological son. That legal tie would come back to haunt him. Henry Rolfe, now Thomas’s guardian, took his brother to court, demanding justice, accountability, and the support Thomas was rightfully owed.