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The first of the so-called Tobacco Wives or Tobacco Brides arrive in Jamestown, Virginia, USA in 1620. The Virginia Company of London who had founded Jamestown realized that the nearly all-male colony could not survive without women. An offer in England to pay the passage of any woman willing to travel to America and perhaps marry a Jamestown bachelor attracted 90 women who arrived in 1620 and a further 56 who made the journey in 1621 and 1622. After a 19th century work by William Sheppard
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The first of the so-called Tobacco Wives or Tobacco Brides arrive in Jamestown, Virginia, USA in 1620. The Virginia Company of London who had founded Jamestown realized that the nearly all-male colony could not survive without women. An offer in England to pay the passage of any woman willing to travel to America and perhaps marry a Jamestown bachelor attracted 90 women who arrived in 1620 and a further 56 who made the journey in 1621 and 1622. After a 19th century work by William Sheppard
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The First Tobacco Wives - A Journey of Hope and Survival
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. This print captures a significant moment in the history of Jamestown, Virginia. In 1620, the Virginia Company of London recognized the urgent need to bring women to the predominantly male colony for its survival. The offer made in England to sponsor any woman willing to travel to America and potentially marry a Jamestown bachelor attracted brave souls seeking new beginnings. Ninety courageous women arrived in 1620, followed by an additional 56 who made the journey in 1621 and 1622. These pioneering spirits became known as the "Tobacco Wives" or "Tobacco Brides". Their arrival marked a turning point for James Fort, injecting it with hope, companionship, and prospects for future generations. Through this vintage engraving brought back to life by Ken Welsh's skilled touch, we witness these resilient women stepping onto foreign soil with determination etched on their faces. They carried within them dreams of love, family, and prosperity amidst uncertain times. Their presence not only changed Jamestown's demographics but also shaped its destiny as they contributed their strength and resilience towards building a thriving community. Their legacy lives on through countless descendants who can trace their roots back to these remarkable individuals. Let this powerful image serve as a reminder of those who defied conventions and embarked on perilous journeys across oceans in pursuit of freedom and opportunity—a testament to human courage that continues inspiring us today.
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