Jamestown, Virginia
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Jamestown, Virginia, is a town in the United States. It was started on May 13, 1607, one hundred four men who came to Virginia from England. They named it Jamestown after King James. These men hoped to find gold and become rich.
The Powhatan Indians already lived in this place. The Powhatans had many problems with the English. The new settlers had to build a high wall around their little village. Some people died. The leader, Cap. John Smith, made the rules for the men "you don't work, you don´t eat" he said. He had the settlers hadn't found gold. they also had not grown enough food in their gardens. The settlers traded with the Powhatans. They gave the Powhatans tools, pots, and knives. The Powhatans gave them corn and vegetables. In the spring, another ship came from England. It brought more people and more supplies.