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John Rolfe is important to the Jamestown colony primarily for introducing tobacco as a cash crop, which became essential to the colony's economic viability. His successful cultivation methods and export of tobacco to England significantly boosted the colony's economy and helped ensure its survival. Additionally, Rolfe's marriage to Pocahontas, a key Native American figure, fostered a temporary peace between the English settlers and the Powhatan Confederacy. This relationship helped stabilize the colony during its early years.
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When did John Rolfe arrive in Jamestown?
John Rolfe arrived in Jamestown in about 1610
What famous people are from jamestown?
Some famous people are John Rolfe, John Smith, and Pocahontas.
What 3 famous people who lived in Jamestown?
John Rolfe, John Smith, and Pochantas.
3 most famous people associated with Jamestown?
Some famous people are John Rolfe, John Smith, and Pocahontas.
Where did John Rolfe live?
i think england and or jamestown
The cultivation of tobacco in Jamestown was perfected by?
John Rolfe
Who introduced the raising of tobacco to Jamestown?
John Rolfe
Where did Pocahontas get married to John Rolfe?
jamestown, virginia
When Who was responsible for the success of tobacco in Jamestown?
John Rolfe
What Jamestown settler did Pocahontas marry?
The Jamestown colony settler that married Pocahontas in 1614 was John Rolfe. After she married John, she started using the name Rebecca Rolfe.
What did john rolfe do to save Jamestown?
He did NOT save Jamestown. He was only there a very few months and he lied about his contribution to the settlement in a book he wrote several years later. He also made up the story about Pocahontas and she died young so couldn't refute his story. The man who did save Jamestown was the husband of Pocahontas and gave tobacco seeds to the colony. That was John Rolfe.
Who was the first man to grow tobacco in Jamestown?
John Rolfe
