On May 13, 1607, thirteen years before the Pilgrims landed in New England, 104 adventurous men and boys dropped anchor at Jamestown Island.  This site was chosen because of its deep water anchorage and military advantages.  James Fort was quickly constructed to provide protection from both Indians and Spaniards.

Jamestown Fort/Settlement, Photo by Bill Gaertner © Bicast Pub. Co.

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Map of Jamestown
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Map to Jamestown
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Jamestown
Online Guide

Jamestown Rediscovery
Discovery of Fort James

APVA
Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities

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