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What development allowed the Jamestown colony to prosper?

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Answer: The headright rule

Explanation: The concept was first developed in Jamestown in 1618 to attract more settlers to the area.

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Being placed at the exit of a river, they had easy access to the ocean. Which enabled them to have transit of ships. They also negotiated with the local inhabitants and came to agreements. This led to the success of the colony.

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