The colonists who settled Jamestown, Virginia expected easy trade with native tribes but faced many hardships. They struggled with starvation after their ships got lost, and the settlement lacked proper defenses against Indian attacks. Many colonists died from diseases and contaminated water after initially focusing on building the settlement rather than securing resources and defenses.

1. Death At Jamestown Kevin Schwartz History 140

2. New Land Europeans set out to colonize present day Jamestown, Virginia. They expected easy trade and communication with the native tribes living there. They thought there would be an abundance of resources to trade with the Indians.

3. Hardships The ships that set out for Jamestown got lost and were facing starvation. When they finally found land a settlement was built, not focusing on defense. The many Indian attacks were harsh and unexpected. Many also died from diseases caused by the contaminated water.