The ENTIRE History of Colonial America | Full Documentary

It's no exaggeration to say we live in unusual times, but early America had its share of peculiar stories as well. From tragic accounts of intolerance to tales of comedic folly, colonial history is far from mundane. This discussion delves into the oddities of colonial American life, exploring the rigid social structures, political quirks, and challenges faced by those who strayed from societal norms. These lesser-known accounts of colonial life are as unforgettable as they are fascinating. Jamestown, Virginia, stands as the first permanent English settlement in the New World, a feat made possible largely through the determination and resilience of the Jamestown colony brides. When the initial settlers-all men-arrived and constructed James Fort in 1607, their venture was a private, corporate enterprise fraught with both promise and peril. However, by the end of their first year, these settlers began lamenting the absence of female companionship. In response, the Virginia Company dispatched the "bride ships" in 1619, marketing the New World as a land of opportunity for women while appeasing the men’s demands. That year, 90 women were carefully chosen to make the journey, with smaller groups following in subsequent years. These women, often referred to as the "tobacco brides" of Jamestown-akin to the "casket girls" who later settled in Louisiana-found new freedoms and rights unavailable to them in Europe. Contrary to the portrayal often seen in popular culture, Jamestown women had the autonomy to marry whom they chose, and many even owned property-an unthinkable privilege in their homelands. Despite the significant hardships they endured, the women of Jamestown played a crucial role in shaping a society that would lay the groundwork for future generations of colonial women.

[@mehganthornton7341]

This is so untrue. They absolutely were bought and paid for. Virginia company absolutely took payment for the women.

[@HISTORY_FACTS_II]

oh really

[@StoryGinie]

Great story i loved it.

[@HISTORY_FACTS_II]

Thanks for listening

[@Vikm555]

Isn't it funny? 😂😂 People already know technologies to make fabrics, they wear clothes, shoes and wiggs but don't know they must wash their faces and bodies? 😂

[@HISTORY_FACTS_II]

😂😂

[@lonnie-rs8km]

Great 👍 job

[@HISTORY_FACTS_II]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@billhusted1753]

The narration needs punctuation. This whole thing sounds like a run on sentence.

[@philip48230]

Nice, but around 50 it duplicates information

[@HISTORY_FACTS_II]

Like what?

[@SophiaClark-xv1cf]

George Washington wore dentures made of human teeth from his slaves not animal teeth 18:56

[@HISTORY_FACTS_II]

thanks for the feedback

[@el_aleman]

Seriously ?

[@mikebaker9574]

He was a rapper

[@lubainaujjainwala4974]

Hi

[@mz.jackson3760]

Yes that is true. Very disturbing, isn't it?😢

[@Heinrich99]

We ran out of women can England send more.

[@HISTORY_FACTS_II]

😂😂😂😂

[@LouisvilleKyrich]

Most of These women are currently from England ole chap, whales to be exact 😂🤣😉 You enlightened?

[@samholborn]

Hi from hull UK

[@HISTORY_FACTS_II]

Hello there!

[@johnnail532]

So people were evil and killed their unborn children even then- I’m sure that anyone decent was opposed to that evil then as now

[@HISTORY_FACTS_II]

it is sad

[@Terranova0]

False advertising. lol

[@HISTORY_FACTS_II]

how lol

[@Dragon43ish]

Very little about sexual habits of the time just boring boring dribble....

[@HISTORY_FACTS_II]

😒😒😒

[@Miapetdragon69]

I'm related to John billington to bad such a jerk

[@HISTORY_FACTS_II]

yeah it is bad

[@goobm.6538]

STOP, repeatedly saying "Indentured" !! !!