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Why did Virginia capital moved from williamsburg Richmond because?

well williamsburg seemed also a little swampy like Jamestown so they decided to move it to Richmond..well Richmond was easier to get to for many people so that's another reason and Richmond was even more inland than the 2 other places


Why did Jamestown settelers move from Williamsburg to Richmond?

im 9 years old to you skunk bag *the water was bad. *desiaes I'M ONLY 9 YEARS OLD DUMBIES


What two cities served as the capitols of the Confederate States of America during the US Civil War?

Montgomery, Alabama, was the first capital if the Confederacy, but Richmond, Virginia became the capital in 1861. It was Jefferson Davis that made the wise move to set the Confederate capital 100 miles south of Washington DC.


What was the capital of the Confederate States of America during the US Civil War?

Montgomery Alabama was named the original capital of the Confederacy in February of 1861. The city was limited in its size and the influx of politicians, journalists, government officials and soldiers soon overwhelmed the cities limited resources. By May of that same year many individuals began to reconsider their choice for a capital. It was then that the recently seceded Virginians offered the use of their state capital and the largest city in the confederacy, Richmond, VA. The Confederate Congress adjourned on May 21st and agreed to reconvene two months later in Richmond Virginia. In 1865 Richmond fell to the union army and was subsequently burned to the ground. Jefferson Davis and the Confederate government fled to Danville, VA where a temporary capital was established lasting only 8 days (April 3rd - 10th, 1865). It was there that Davis got word of Lees surrender at Appomattox in effect ending the Civil War.Richmond, Virginia was the capital of the Confederate States of America.


Why did the capitol move from williamsburg to Jamestown?

Jamestown was a very dirty place. There were mosquitoes carrying malaria in the swamps, the water was brackish, and a major drought almost caused the settlement to disappear Williamsburg was on higher land away from disease. Also, the water was drinkable. Overall, Williamsburg was a much cleaner and nicer place to live.

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Why did Virginia capital moved from williamsburg Richmond because?

well williamsburg seemed also a little swampy like Jamestown so they decided to move it to Richmond..well Richmond was easier to get to for many people so that's another reason and Richmond was even more inland than the 2 other places


Why did VA capital move to Richmond?

To prevent attacks by, British, Eastern Woodland indians and other close-by enemies.


When did Virginia capital move to Richmond?

in 1780


Were did the confedercy move its capital to after the war began?

richmond, virginia


Why did did the capital Williamsburg move to Richmond?

It was a more central location & a better location to trade goods also increased the distance from attack by the British. The population was moving westward too.


When did the capital Jamestown move to Williamsburg?

Ah, the capital of Jamestown moved to Williamsburg in 1699, my friend. It was a time of change and growth, like a beautiful tree reaching towards the sun. Just imagine the new opportunities and adventures that awaited the people of Williamsburg as they embraced their new role as the capital of Virginia.


Why did virgina capital moved from willamsburg to Richmond?

The population was continuing to move westward and it was safer from attacks by the Spanish or British


Was Williamsburg in Virginia?

Yep. Still is. Not likely to move.


Why did Jamestown settelers move from Williamsburg to Richmond?

im 9 years old to you skunk bag *the water was bad. *desiaes I'M ONLY 9 YEARS OLD DUMBIES


How did transportation change in the Virginia colony?

The Virginia Colony built bridges, small roads and river boats to transfer goods throughout the Colony. This also helped move the Capital from Jamestown to Williamsburg


Why did the settlers move from Jamestown to williamsburg va?

The land was less swampy. It had no mosquitoes.


What moving companies are available in Williamsburg?

"There are many moving companies available in Williamsburg. There are more local companies, such as one called Williamsburg Moving. There are also many moving companies that will move your things across the country, such as Two Guys and a Truck."