John Smith, a well-known explorer, was appointed to explore Virginia. Smith proved that establishing continuance of a new colony required individual initiative and commitment (John Smith). He saw Virginia as land for many opportunities. He was hoping to find gold, silver, and natural resources. There was an abundance of land, but during the time Smith was there, it was the driest it had ever been. This led to Indians and Europeans trying to feed their own people but there was just now enough for both groups. One day while Smith was out exploring, he was captured by Indians. They help him captive for six to seven weeks and ended in a compromise of two guns and a grindstone and in return Smith would receive the Country of Capahowasic (John Smith). Sir Thomas Gates was appointed to finish the goals of coming to America (Early Jamestown Settlement). He was to find natural resources and send them back to Europe. He was also supposed to capture the Indian leader Chief