Where did the first Europeans to come to Georgia typically settle? Why?

A.
They typically settled near the swamps of southern Georgia due to the lack of rainfall in other regions.

B.
They typically settled on the barrier islands due to the lack of resources in mainland Georgia.

C.
They typically settled in Georgia's mountainous region to isolate themselves from American Indians.

D.
They typically settled near rivers along which American Indians had established trading posts.

D. They typically settled near rivers along which American Indians had established trading posts. This allowed for trading opportunities and easier access to resources.