Why was the Saint Croix Island chosen as the first settlement area?
The settlement was located at the confluence of two rivers for ease of trade with the First People. There was an abundance of natural resources, and the island was easily defended against possible attacks by competing European powers. Pierre Dugua thought it would be an ideal location; however, this was not the case. The exposed site intensified the impact of already severe winter weather and challenged even the heartiest of the settlers.
