A Third Of This Colony Is Wiped Out During A Massacre #onthisday #history #colonialism
Channel: Old News Daily
Date: 2024-03-22

On March 22nd, 1622, tragedy struck Jamestown, Virginia, as Algonquian Indians launched a devastating attack, resulting in the deaths of 347 English settlers, a staggering loss that accounted for a third of the colony's population. This event, known as the Jamestown massacre, serves as a grim reminder of the tensions and conflicts that characterized interactions between Native American tribes and European settlers during the colonial era. Explore the complex history of early American colonization, the clash of cultures, and the enduring legacy of violence in shaping the course of history. Join us as we delve into this pivotal moment and its broader implications for the colonization of the Americas. #america #virginia #nativeamerican