Why did the colonists settle along the james river

The location could be easily defended from attack by sea (Spanish). The water along the shore was deep enough for ships to dock, and they believed they had a good supply of fresh water. Hope this helps!

not sure might be he acquired the entire oregon territory from great britain

the church governed the society after the empire fell.   constantine took charge of rome and ended the confusion which had over religion and made christianity as the only religion and that started ruling the roman empire. he also divided the empire into two and fortified the eastern part.   he ruled the eastern part.