Colonial Records of Virginia

"Colonial Records of Virginia" by Various offers insight into the formative years of Virginia's government through a compilation of historical records. The book recounts the story of Virginia's earliest legislative actions, dating back to the groundbreaking assembly of 1619 and continuing through the colony's subsequent legal expansions. By examining these records, readers gain a deeper comprehension of the origins of American governance and the intricate societal and political elements of early colonial existence. The narrative begins with the appointment of Governor Sir George Yeardley, who introduced a more democratic approach by creating the assembly, which signified the start of self-governance in Virginia.