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Momoho. 

Eastern Pequot Sachem. Their home in and around the places today called “Mystic, Connecticut” and “Stonington, Connecticut.”

Momoho’s signed name appearing here on an October 1, 1676 appeal to the General Court of Connecticut, petitioning the court for access to hunting grounds, winter clothing, and wampum owed.

Seen at the John Hay Library, Providence, RI.

Some kin: Father, Tatobem. A daughter, Oskoosooduck (or Mary Momoho, Mary Ninigret or Mary Sowas). Sons, Wootagonkquam, Cutshamakin.