He didn't discover VA.
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economic opportunities
to make a map of Virginia (of course)
John Smith originally traveled to the New World with his crew to find gold. However, after searching and communicating with the local natives, he discovered that there was not any there.
John Smith. The Virginia expedition was what the movie "Pocahontas" was based off of. The actual outcome was much different though. The Natives initially reacted with hostility, but after John Rolfe introduced tobacco to Virginia, he married Pocahontas (NOT John Smith. Common misconception thanks to the movie) and a period of relative peace followed.
John Smith originally traveled to the New World with his crew to find gold. However, after searching and communicating with the local natives, he discovered that there was not any there.
For some reason, a Virginia colonist, George Cassen, told Powhatan's tribe where they could find John Smith, and he was subsequently taken prisoner.
Captain John Smith found the English settlement! -Avi
The state of Viginia gets its name from Elizabeth I "Virgin Queen" as she never married.. its referred to as the Commonwealth of Virginia. As for when it became a state in america.... Some people might argue the point, but i would vote for John Smith. Michael Montagne
John Smith and his colony wanted to find Gold for the King (many people think) on his travel.
Thomas Gates discovered the Colony of Virginia. This happened in the year 1610.
John Smith founded the Virginia colony. Smith was a man who was part of the Virginia Company. This company was given a charter by the King. The goal of this colony was to find gold, and establish a settlement. In these southern colonies, the climate was wet. In order to grow get gold/money, the colony had to strive for better tobacco crops. That is where Smith came in. He said, " No work, no shelter or food.' As you can see, John Smith was a wonderful man who made Virginia what it is now! now you have your info. remember to cite me! Divya Ramani age 10 sponsored by Lincoln elementary @2008 next time.... do your own homework!!!!!!!!!