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What Starving People Ate in Jamestown - Season 1 Episode 5
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Starving colonists forced to work, whipped, and cold water poured down their sleeves if they swore. Colonists sweeten the tobacco plant to sell it, colonists attempt to flee Jamestown, only to be forced back by the miraculous timing of an English ship. Dive into the chaotic history of Jamestown in this episode of 'Why Wars Happened.' We explore the early struggles of the colonists, from vicious power games to the devastating 'starving time.' Meet John Smith, the tough guy who made everyone work, and follow the rollercoaster ride of the colony's leadership. Discover how tobacco sweetened Jamestown’s bitter start and turned it into a thriving settlement despite brutal laws and ongoing battles with the natives. A fascinating look at how sheer desperation and determination helped keep the colony alive!
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00:00 Introduction to the American Revolution
00:16 The Early Struggles of Jamestown
02:08 John Smith's Leadership and the Starving Time
04:23 Governor Gates and the Abandonment Plan
05:36 Lord De La Warr's Arrival and Strict Governance
08:13 The Establishment of Henrico and Harsh Laws
13:36 The Tobacco Boom and Economic Transformation
16:48 Conclusion and Teaser for Next Episode
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