We know Henry Hudson ventured by Mannahatta Island 400 years ago this September. We know he was working for the Dutch looking for the Northwest Passage, the mythical route to Asia. We know he was ruthless towards his crew, who eventually turned mutinous against him. But we know surprisingly little about the trip in his own words and thoughts. We know more about Robert Juet, Hudson's first mate on the trip, mainly because he kept a journal during the trip.

As we recognize the Quadricentennial of Hudson's voyage, it is important to also recognize the role of his crew and the people they met in the Hudson Valley, and to fully understand Hudson's legacy in American history.