English Colonies Dbq

The two English colonies had different reasons to settle; the New England colonies wanted religous freedom while the Chesapeake settled for economic reasons. In England the puritans were persecuted, so they sailed across the Atlantic so they could practice their religion. They made the Articles of Agreement (doc D) in which an order was that the people, “intend by God’s grace… to procure some Godly and faithful ministers with whom we purpose to join in church covenant to walk in all the ways of Christ.” They were strict and made a document to keep their religion in check. They wanted to build a “city upon

America was a place for dreams and new beginnings, until white people arrived in 1607. Three groups sailed over the treacherous Atlantic from their cruel lives in England to set up peaceful religious colonies. The only problem is that they attempted to settle in their own way and all failed dismally. The New England, Middle and Southern Colonies grew differently over the period 1619-1760.Examining the three sets of colonies will prove that they were all different: socially, economically, politically but not philosophically.

The conflict between Great Britain and the North American colonies was mainly caused by economic controversies rather than political and social. The several acts which Great Britain imposed over the colonies originated discontent because they were obliged to pay taxes, as well the introduction of the theory of mercantilism. The end of the French and Indian War in 1763, the British government decided to pay its war debts with the wealth from the colonies. As a result, Great Britain introduced mercantilism to aim the mother country’s economy. This British policy inflicted a shortage in the colonies exports and commercial trade.

Whether or not the colonization of the British colonies was organized, is debated by many historians to this day. When the British arrived, they did not plan on colonizing the land. This alone shows that their plans were not very well thought-out. In addition, they claimed the land without any legal grounds, showing utter disrespect for those already living on it. Finally, they did not prepare themselves for the completely different climate and resources they would face.

During the protestant reformation in England many people began to follow a different set of values that had an emphasis on divine example. These people who were proven to be saved believed they should not have to live among the “damned” people who felt differently. Eventually when King James I became head of the state and the church in 1603 he realized that if these Puritans were able to defy him with their religious beliefs than he would lose his grip on his subjects. This led to him discriminating against them and driving them to the New World. The most well-known pilgrimage was that of the Mayflower. However, the more successful puritan venture was the Massachusetts Bay Colony. This colony would put into motion ideas of government, religious tolerance, and the treatment of indians.

Early English Settlements in the 1600s were heavily influenced by the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588. As a result, England became a major naval power and gained dominion over the North Atlantic Ocean. This, England's own population growth, and poor economy encouraged the English to explore opportunities in the Americas to look for land, resources, and - after the persecution of certain religious groups- religious freedom as well. Jamestown, founded in 1607, by a Joint-stock company known as the Virginia Company, was only the first of thirteen colonies that would develop along the north atlantic coast, and formed what is known today as the United States of America. These 13 colonies were subdivided into 2 colonial regions as a collection

In the colony of New England, religious freedom from England was the main attraction to many who wanted to live freely. Too many times, the religion of many families was turned away and neglected which lead to a desire for an entirely new settlement where these families could live freely based upon their own philosophies. The religion of Calvinism was the main attraction; it became the theological credo of New England Puritans. Not only that but Separatists searching for a place for purified protestants found Massachusetts once they arrived off the coast of New England in 1620. According to John Winthrop, “So shall we keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace” (Doc 1). John Winthrop’s intended audience was to the people of New England and is shown by the repetition of “we” and “our” to remind them of their growth but at the same time staying true to God and being an example for the “eyes of all people”. As governor speaking to the people of New England, Winthrop demonstrates the pillar of religion that is keeping the entire colony at peace and unified. Furthermore, in the Articles of Agreement, it states that diversity and equality are what makes New England special. By having a

Before the American Revolution, there are several British Colonies in the Americas. Not all of them participated in the revolution. There were 13 clones which ended up rebelling. These were Delaware, Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Mary land,North Carolina, South Carolina, New Hampshire, New York, and Rhode Island. The colonists wanted to be free from the England. They started to fight the soldiers of the English army in 1775. The Americans started a war with England. We call it the Revolutionary War. The American Revolution was on April 19, 1775 and is called the “shot heard around the world” It was named that because the hand draw action of the battles of Lexington and concord an the siege of Boston

From September 5-October 26, 1774, in Philadelphia, the first Continental Congress met up. Delegates were sent from all the colonies, except for Georgia. Delegates were elected by Committees of Correspondence of the Respective colonies, colonial legislatures, and by the people. There goal was to unite and show a combined authority to Great Britain.

Everyone has an external force that motivates them in some way that allows them to be able to go about their everyday lives and fulfill their ambitions. Within the years of 1580 and 1763 this force took the form of God. Around this same time was when the Chesapeake and New England colonies were in the process of being founded. As a result, these two settlements did nothing without referencing their actions to God. Due to this heavy focus on God as the reason behind every aspect of their lives, chaos began to sprout soon after the settlers began settling and started living their new lives in the colonies.

New England is the name given to the Northeastern location of the United States, encompassing Massachusetts to Maine. The name “New England” comes from Captain John Smith, famous explorer of the Chesapeake region, who wrote a piece about the abundance of resources and wealth of the region in a propaganda piece, A Description of New England, in 1616. However, the “New England” region that is known today is nowhere near a literal new England. Due to differences in religious beliefs, climate and geography, and economies, the New England colonies were vastly different from their Crown and home. However, a few hundred miles south, the colonies around the Chesapeake were strikingly similar to Britain, due to their social hierarchy, climates, and

The American Colonies for the past 20 years have become accustomed to living a thousand miles from their sovereign, the King of England and Parliament. This separation from “monarchial” control and power has created a tough and independent society, which although they believe themselves to be subjects of the crown, has molded an experience and lifestyle unlike any found within the “Crown’s” realm. Subsequently, these differences in lifestyles bond both Mother Country and colony on a path that veers from the typical empirical rule that has ruled the known world for the last century.

Welcome fellow colonists, we are gathered here to discuss the issue about Great Britain and our colonies. In recent events, Patriots have felt that Great Britain was being unfair towards us and were putting themselves before us. This is not true. On behalf of the Loyalists, I believe that we should not break away from Britain, and we should stay loyal to them, as they were to us. We come from the almighty nation of Great Britain that allowed us freedom and saved us multiple times. The King permitted us to journey here based on our wish. We should praise him for that as he is ready to accept us back after all we have done towards him, such as humiliating his soldiers and violating his property and goods. Great Britain was the “hero” of many wars that were fought against enemies, and they keep this nation stabilized with supplies and weapons. We should not break away from Great Britain because we cannot defend ourselves without them, we have to pay back our debt towards the King, and we should stay loyal to our homeland.

During the time periods in the 17th century, thousands of British settlers flocked to the New World seeking for riches but turned out to hardship instead of gold. However, after many years of exploitation, and much effort, those settlers managed to build a huge treasury (North American Colonies) that would eventually make British one of the most profitable empire in the world. This essay argued that Pennsylvania would be the choice of mine to settle in one of the British colonies in the New World, with valid reasons and examples to support it.

Why did the British want to colonise Australia is an important focus question that looks at the reason behind British Colonisation. The unit would be introduced by allowing the students to be involved in an incursion. The incursion, “Colonial Tales”, (http://bookings.iconicperformances.com.au/ educational-shows/primary-school/colonial-tales-1-hour-show/). This is a one hour show that highlights the key facts behind British colonisation, and the reason behind why the Europeans chose to settle in Australia. It allows students to see what it was like for convicts in 1788, and the conditions that they were faced with. The show is priced at $13.50 per student. This low cost allows inclusion by all students. By allowing the students to be involved