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in my opinion, he was a good leader because he made tobacco a big success, and helped the booming of the colony, so yeah, i think he was a good leader

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How did Jamestown became a rich colony?

No other colony was able to harm Jamestown. They also had a good water source/route. Jamestown can contribute most of their success to John Smith and John Rolphe. John Smith made sure everybody worked. John Rolphe started tobacco planting.


Who provided good leadership for the Jamestown colony?

John Rolfe was the leader of the colony, and the husband of Pocahontas. Commonly (largely because of his memoirs and Disney) John Smith is confused with this, although it is unlikely that Smith ever knew Pocahontas. He was however a military Captain in the colony.


How does john smith describe the other Jamestown leaders in the general history of Virginia?

In "The General History of Virginia," John Smith describes the other Jamestown leaders as often ineffective and prone to conflict, particularly highlighting their lack of experience and poor decision-making. He portrays them as self-serving and unable to unite for the common good of the colony. Smith contrasts their shortcomings with his own leadership, emphasizing his role in managing conflicts and ensuring the survival of the settlers. Overall, his depiction reflects his desire to establish himself as a capable and essential leader in the face of adversity.


Where was John Smith a leader?

John Smith realized the colonies needed to concentrate on planting and raising crops instead of hopelessly searching for gold. Under his strict law, colonists would not receive food unless they worked. He made an agreement with Chief Powhatan so the chief would supply corn for the colonists.


What was the relationship like between the Jamestown settlers and the Powhattan Indians?

The Relationship Between the Settlers at Jamestown and the PowhatansJohn Smith was captured and he was going to be killed, but the native princess, Pocahontas, save him. After a while, John Rolfe, the new leader, married Pocahontas and grew crops. Growing more crops mean clearing more land. Then, the natives got irritated because there land for hunting and growing were owned by other people so they had a fight with the English. After the fight, King James I made Virginia a royal colony.by Jennifer Hsia

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Who was the leader who saved the Jamestown settlement from failure?

John Smith is the leader who saved the Jamestown settlement from failure. By making everyone work in order to eat, he ensured that everyone was willing to pitch in for the common good.


Who was the soldier that was the first good leader of the colony?

i think it was john smith or john rolfe....john smith i believe. that is if your talking about virginia at jamestown.


How did Jamestown became a rich colony?

No other colony was able to harm Jamestown. They also had a good water source/route. Jamestown can contribute most of their success to John Smith and John Rolphe. John Smith made sure everybody worked. John Rolphe started tobacco planting.


Who saved the Jamestown colony?

John Smith, a harsh and brutal ruler who forced the colonial "gentlemen" to work hard for the good of the colony, is generally said to have saved Jamestown.


Who provided good leadership for the Jamestown colony?

John Rolfe was the leader of the colony, and the husband of Pocahontas. Commonly (largely because of his memoirs and Disney) John Smith is confused with this, although it is unlikely that Smith ever knew Pocahontas. He was however a military Captain in the colony.


How was the was the mayor of Jamestown VA?

The best mayor was John Smith. At least that's how i learned it the was good friends with pochahontas and she told him when her tribe was mad at the colonists. John Smith also never ate any of the colonists food when they really needed it unlike another mayor before John Smith.


How does john smith describe the other Jamestown leaders in the general history of Virginia?

In "The General History of Virginia," John Smith describes the other Jamestown leaders as often ineffective and prone to conflict, particularly highlighting their lack of experience and poor decision-making. He portrays them as self-serving and unable to unite for the common good of the colony. Smith contrasts their shortcomings with his own leadership, emphasizing his role in managing conflicts and ensuring the survival of the settlers. Overall, his depiction reflects his desire to establish himself as a capable and essential leader in the face of adversity.


What was john smith good at?

something of course


Jamestown was established and settled by?

john smith


Why john terry is a good leader?

because he poops good.


What makes John Key a good leader?

That depends on your personal preferences for what makes a good leader. Some people like John Key, others do not.


What made John Adams a good leader?

John Adams was a mediocre leader. he didnt really do that much as a president