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Jamestown, Virginia

Definition

Established in 1607 by English settlers from London Company, Jamestown was the first permanent English settlement in North America.

Related terms

John Smith: An English soldier and explorer who played a significant role in the establishment of Jamestown colony.

Tobacco Cultivation: The process of growing tobacco plants which became an economic staple for Virginia after John Rolfe introduced it in 1612.

Powhatan Confederacy: A group of Native American tribes living in the area where Jamestown was established, who had complex relationships with the settlers.

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Subjects (1)

  • AP World History: Modern

Study guides (3)

  • AP US History - 1.1 Context: European Encounters in the Americas

  • AP US History - 1.6 Cultural Interactions Between Europeans, Native Americans, and Africans

  • AP US History - 2.3 The Regions of the British Colonies

Practice Questions (2)

  • Who was best known for his role in establishing Jamestown, Virginia, England's first permanent colony in America?

  • Who led the first successful English colony at Jamestown, Virginia?

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