Originally established by George Yeardley, it governed alone during the Puritan Revolution, and consisted of two representatives from each settlement.
The efforts of Edwin Sandys were greatly responsible for its formation. Originally consisting of 14 members, it soon expanded to 22 members who conducted business under the guidance of secretary John Pory. Originally established by George Yeardley, it governed alone during the Puritan Revolution, and consisted of two representatives from each settlement. FTP, what was this Virginia colonial assembly, the first elective governing body in the colonies?
The efforts of Edwin Sandys were greatly responsible for its formation.
House of Burgesses