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What were the causes and effects of the Jamestown colonists focusing on gold?

Cause: Expectation of instant riches. Effect: Starvation and conflict due to neglecting agriculture.

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What were the causes and effects of the Jamestown colonists focusing on gold?

Cause: Expectation of instant riches. Effect: Starvation and conflict due to neglecting agriculture.

When was Jamestown chartered?

1606

What were the initial struggles of Jamestown?

Poor planning, disease, hostile relations with Indigenous peoples, and poor leadership.

Who was John Smith?

He was a leader in Jamestown who traded with natives, established a government, and motivated colonists.