Granny Squannit

Granny Squannit (or Squant) is a mythological figure from Wampanoag folklore. She is the wife of the giant Maushop and can be either a small woodland or sea creature.

Mythology

According to legend, Granny Squannit is one of the Makiawisug, and healers would often look to her for help or guidance.[1] She is a powerful sorcerer and arguments with her husband are said to cause storms.[2]

References
  1. "Makiawisug | Story of The Little People | The Mohegan Tribe". www.mohegan.nsn.us.
  2. "Myth Monday: Granny Squannit (Mohegan and Wampanoag Myth)". newcastle. 21 November 2017.
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