Where was the first permanent english settlement in north america

Jamestown, Virginia

Explanation:

Jamestown was named after the king of England at the time; it was settled in 1604. It was also the first permanent settlement in North America. Other settlements had existed; however, they did not last and could not be considered permanent. For example, Roanoke was before Jamestown, but it disappeared before it could be considered permanent. That being said, Jamestown still had its troubles. One main issue was food, there was even a year where the whole settlement almost died of starvation.