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Jamestown

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  • The Virginia Company set sail on the Chesapeake Bay

    The Virginia Company set sail on the Chesapeake Bay

    In 1607 the Virginia Company sent three ships into the Chesapeake Bay.
  • The James River is Named

    The James River is Named

    Colonists clear land along the shore and build the Jamestown settlement.
  • Settlers Meet Powhatan Confederacy

    Settlers Meet Powhatan Confederacy

    Settlers met Powhatan Indians who were eager to trade and enjoyed their hospitality. They learned of the existence of Chief Powhatan.
  • John Smith Meets Pocahantas

    John Smith Meets Pocahantas

    Captain John Smith was captured by a Powhatan hunting party. Powhatan’s daughter, Pocahontas, saves his life. For a short time the Powhatans and settlers cooperated with each other by trading goods.
  • The General Assembly passed new laws.

    The General Assembly passed new laws.

    The General Assembly of the colony of Virginiay adopted the Virginia Company’s instructions and passed some new laws.
  • First Africans Arrived to Jamestown

    First Africans Arrived to Jamestown

    The first Africans were brought to Jamestown.
  • Virginia becomes a royal colony

    Virginia becomes a royal colony

    Virginia became a royal colony. Governor Wyatt became the first royal governor.