apr 26, 1607 - Settler ships arrive at Chesapeake Bay
Description:
Modern perspective: The colonization of this area was likely due to a desire to catch up with the Spanish in terms of colonization.17th Century: Jamestown was intended to be a trading zone to net England some advantage in the trading game. Though the colonization race was a motivator too. (Charles C. Mann)
Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 26, 1607
Now
~ 417 years ago
