Jamestown
Definition
Jamestown was England’s first permanent colony in North America, founded in 1607 by settlers from the Virginia Company.
Analogy
Imagine being sent off to summer camp for the first time - that's what it was like for those early settlers at Jamestown. They had to figure out how to survive and thrive in this new environment with limited resources.
Related terms
Colony: A territory under immediate political control of another state or country.
John Smith: An English soldier and explorer who played a significant role in establishing Jamestown.
Pocahontas: Native American woman associated with colonial Jamestown; known for her association with Captain John Smith.
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