Near Quinton in New Kent County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Capt. John Smith Captured
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, January 28, 2009
1. Capt. John Smith Captured Marker
In Dec. 1607, while exploring the headwaters of the nearby Chickahominy River, Capt. John Smith and his party were captured by a hunting party consisting of members of the Paspaheghs, Chickahominies, Youghtanunds, Pamunkeys, Mattaponis, and Chiskiacks. Smith was taken to Rasaweck, a hunting camp and became friendly with Chief Powhatan's brother Opechancanough. During this time, Smith first met Chief Powhatan, the leader of the Virginia Indians of this region, at Werowocomoco, on the York River. A formal alliance was made between them. Smith returned to Jamestown early in Jan. 1608.Erected 2002 by Department of Historic Resources. (Marker Number E-12.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Exploration • Native Americans • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Virginia Department of Historic Resources series list. A significant historical month for this entry is January 1608.
Location. 37° 30.864′ N, 77° 12.405′ W. Marker is near Quinton, Virginia, in New Kent County
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Henrico County / New Kent County (here, next to this marker); New Kent County (a few steps from this marker); New Kent Road (a few steps from this marker); Bottom's Bridge (within shouting distance of this marker); Orapax (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Elko Community Center (approx. 1˝ miles away); Antioch School Site (approx. 1.9 miles away); Antioch Baptist Church (approx. 2.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Quinton.
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, January 28, 2009
2. Capt. John Smith Captured Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on December 26, 2019. It was originally submitted on January 27, 2009, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 1,386 times since then and 113 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 27, 2009, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
