Economic Growth of the Chesapeake Colonies

Easy Period 2: 1607–1754 Chesapeake Colonies

The Chesapeake Colonies, particularly Virginia and Maryland, were formed during the 17th century. One key factor that influenced their economic growth was...

their access to gold and silver mines.

their establishment of large tobacco plantations.

the establishment of trade alliances with Native Americans.

the cultivation of rice as a staple crop.

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