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A True Discourse of the Present Estate of Virginia, and the Successe of the Affaires There Till the 18 of June 1614: Together With a Relation of the ... Countrie and the Peace Concluded With the In - Softcover

Ralph Hamor

 
9781332907618: A True Discourse of the Present Estate of Virginia, and the Successe of the Affaires There Till the 18 of June 1614: Together With a Relation of the ... Countrie and the Peace Concluded With the In

Synopsis

Explore the early English settlement of Virginia through a firsthand account of towns, forts, and the move to secure a new colony.

This edition presents a historical narrative describing the rise of Henrico and other coastal settlements, their strong defenses, and the layout of towns, stores, and watch posts. It also details the hopes for peace with Indigenous neighbors, the naming of places like the Bermuda City, and the daily work of building, planning, and governing in the Virginia colony.

  • Describes town layouts, fortifications, and the organization of colonial leadership.
  • Illuminates the practical challenges of settlement, farming, and defense in a new land.
  • Offers a window into the motives, faith, and personal resolve shaping colonial enterprise.
  • Provides context for early Colonial American life and the interactions with Native communities.

Ideal for readers interested in early American history, colonial exploration, and the daily realities of Jamestown-era life.

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