Question

What was the reasoning for establishing the english settlement at jamestown?

Answer 1

England wanted to establish an American colony to increase her wealth and power. England hoped to find silver and gold in America. An American settlement would furnish raw materials that could not be grown or obtained in England, while opening new markets for trade.

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Answer 2

jamestown was supposed to be a town to sell more goods to other countries and to get rid of some of the poor community in england