Thomas Dale in present-day Northampton County near Cape Charles. Governor Dale sailed back to England in the spring of 1616 aboard the "Treasurer". Accompanying him on what was considered an investor-relations journey were John Rolfe, his wife Rebecca (Pocahontas) and their one-year-old son, Thomas Rolfe. Samuel Argall commanded that ship. Queen Anne and others were reportedly charmed by Rebecca, and investment in the Virginia Company was enhanced. However, soon after leaving London, as John Rolfe and his wife sailed down the Thames River, Rebecca became very ill and died on 21 March 1617 before returning to Virginia. Although Dale and Pocahontas were
Jimmy Rolfe picked regularly for the Liverpool County Youth Team which selected the best young players from Liverpool, Everton and other local clubs. Rolfe was part of the County team that reached the semi finals of the FA Youth Cup in 1950. Rolfe's progress was halted at the age of 18 due to National Service. Whilst on duty in Germany, Rolfe spent his time as a PT Instructor and played for local side Munster 08. On passing out of the Army, Rolfe returned to Anfield and was signed as a full-time professional by new manager Don Welsh. Rolfe became a regular in