Debedeavon | |
|---|---|
| Esmy Shichans, Tobot Deabot, Okiawampe | |
 Debedeavon Monument at Northampton Virginia Courthouse | |
| Accawmack leader | |
| Personal details | |
| Died | 1657 |
| Relations | Brother, Kiptopeke; daughter, Nandua |
Debedeavon (died 1657) was the chief ruler of the Accawmack people who lived on the Eastern Shore of Virginia upon the first arrival of English colonists in 1608. His title was recorded as "Ye Emperor of Ye Easterne Shore and King of Ye Great Nussawattocks," and he was also known familiarly as "the Laughing King". He also seems to be the same figure who was known variously in English records as Esmy Shichans, Tobot Deabot, and Okiawampe.