Indigenous dogs roamed Jamestown in the early 17th century and out of desperation during harsh winter months, some colonists ate them, researchers have proven.
Colonists ate ancient dogs during"the starving time"
"They resorted to eating some of the taboo foods, so their horses, dogs, cats, rats, and even humans," he told USA TODAY."After died, they resorted to survival cannibalism. This dog story is just further evidence of that horrible winter." Thomas also said there is proof that colonist leaders gave a white greyhound to Powhatan, the Chief of Native Virginians.
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