Discovery
Definition
The Discovery was smallest among three ships that transported English colonists to Jamestown. Despite its size, it played an important role exploring surrounding areas once they arrived at Virginia.
Related terms
Exploration: The act of traveling to new areas for the purpose of discovery.
Captain John Smith: An English explorer who played a crucial role in the establishment of Jamestown colony.
New World: A term used by Europeans to refer to the Americas, which were unknown to them before voyages by Columbus.
"Discovery" appears in:
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AP Psychology
Study guides (1)
AP US History - 2.2 European Colonization
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