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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
Colonists clear land along the shore and build the Jamestown settlement. -
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
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 of the colony of Virginiay adopted the Virginia Company’s instructions and passed some new laws. -
First Africans Arrived to Jamestown
The first Africans were brought to Jamestown. -
Virginia becomes a royal colony
Virginia became a royal colony. Governor Wyatt became the first royal governor.