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In 1607, men started a colony in Jamestown. With their minds only on gold, they searched and searched, but eventually there supplies ran out and about a third of the population was left. John Smith managed to bring them together with his "no work, no food" policy. He was elected leader, but a gunpowder explosion sent him to England for medical care.
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∙ 10y agoJamestown, Virginia was established as an English colony around the year 1607, and that just happens to be thirteen years before the Pilgrims arrived at Plymouth Rock in Massachusetts.
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∙ 10y agoJamestown was the first major colonial settlement in what would become the United States of America. From 1607 to 1699, it served as the capital of Virginia colony.
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What is Virginia's history after the 1500s?
Jamestown was established in 1607.
What was Jamestown called before it was named Jamestown?
It's always been known as Jamestown - in honor of King James I of England. http://www.historyisfun.org/History-Jamestown.htm
Who governed Jamestown?
The first governor of Jamestown was John Smith, he was assigned the "council" (ruler) of Jamestown by england. John Smith used harsh dicipline to keep the colony alive.
What was the outcome of Captain John Smith finding Jamestown?
they all died
Who were the leaders of Jamestown?
The leaders of Jamestown Virgina were Captain John smith and Christopher Newport
What is a primary source that archeologists used to learn more about Jamestown?
Luckily written history was around in the time of Jamestown and much of its history was recorded.
Where is the Fenton History Center in Jamestown New York located?
The address of the Fenton History Center is: 67 Washington Street, Jamestown, NY 14701
What is Virginia's history after the 1500s?
Jamestown was established in 1607.
What was Jamestown called before it was named Jamestown?
It's always been known as Jamestown - in honor of King James I of England. http://www.historyisfun.org/History-Jamestown.htm
What is brown gold from us history?
Tobacco, Jamestown colony
What was the result of Jamestown colony?
it helped shape America's History
How might history have been changed if the Mayflower landed in Jamestown?
the Jamestown red sox would have waitedlike 80 years between championships
What did Jamestown's history witness in the first three years?
Terrible hardship and suffering.
Why is the Jamestown colony important to US history?
it was the first settlement in the new world
Who governed Jamestown?
The first governor of Jamestown was John Smith, he was assigned the "council" (ruler) of Jamestown by england. John Smith used harsh dicipline to keep the colony alive.
What is the web address of the Fenton History Center in Jamestown New York?
The web address of the Fenton History Center is: http://www.fentonhistorycenter.org/
What was the outcome of Captain John Smith finding Jamestown?
they all died
