History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia

"History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia" by Charles Campbell is a historical record from the 1800s that examines the roots of Virginia, showing its importance as one of the first Anglo-American colonies and recording the incidents and trials that molded its identity. It covers significant people and moments, such as the early exploration trips and the creation of towns, giving insight into the society, culture, and government of the area. The book starts with a preface that stresses the need of carefully recording and analyzing Virginia's past. The beginning traces the timeline of preliminary explorations, including the trips of figures like Sir Walter Raleigh and Sir Humphrey Gilbert, also covering conflicts with Native Americans and the establishment of places such as Roanoke, framing the struggles faced by colonists as they coped with staying alive and the interactions with the original inhabitants. With its abundant details, the book provides an all-encompassing prelude to the initial English explorations and settlements in Virginia.