We may know that Captain John Smith was one of the first American Heroes, but what parts of his life are we able to believe. John Smith was a proud and boastful man, and was often being saved by beautiful women. He set sail for America in December 20, 1606 and finally reached Virginia in April 1607. On May 13, 1607 the settlers landed in Jamestown and began the struggle to survive in their new environment. Life was difficult in …showed first 75 words of 371 total…

…showed last 75 words of 371 total…disagreements over new policies being formulated in London. As a result, Smith left Jamestown to explore and map the Chesapeake Bay region and search for badly needed food supplies. He was elceted president of the local council in September 1608. He had a strong leadership, which helped the colony grow over the next year. However, Smith was injured by a gunpowder burn and return to England for treatment in October 1609. He never again returned to Virginia.