John Rolfe progressive development at Henricus. The first harvest of four barrels of tobacco leaf was exported from Virginia to England in March 1614. Soon afterwards, Rolfe and others were exporting vast quantities of the new cash crop. New plantations began growing along the James River, where export shipments could use wharfs along the river. Rolfe married Pocahontas, daughter of the local Native American leader Powhatan, on 5 April 1614. A year earlier, Alexander Whitaker had converted Pocahontas to Christianity and renamed her "Rebecca" when she had her baptism. Richard Buck officiated their wedding. Powhatan gave the newlyweds property just across the
Jimmy Rolfe Jimmy Rolfe James Rolfe, (born 8 February 1932) is a former professional footballer. Predominantly an outside right, Rolfe was also known for his versatility which allowed him to play in many different positions for the likes of Liverpool, Chester and Crewe Alexandra. Aged 15, Rolfe was spotted playing for adult side Eastham Athletic in the West Cheshire League by Liverpool Scout Keith Peters. Rolfe attended training and manager George Kay was impressed enough to pay a visit to Rolfe's home in the City Centre Tenements and sign him up. Rolfe progressed well through the B and A teams and was