Pocahontas died on March 21, 1617, at Gravesend.
On March 21, 1617, Pocahontas passed away at Gravesend, England, from an undiagnosed illness, possibly pneumonia or tuberculosis. Her death occurred during preparations to return to her native land. As a figure of cultural crossover and cooperation, her passing marked a significant point of emotional and cultural reflection among both the Powhatan and the English, illustrating the poignant complexities of early colonial interactions.