Stockbridge, Massachusetts

During the 1600s, Europeans established colonies in North America. The English colonies were originally established because proprietors from England were granted charters to settle and govern lands. Other European colonies were established around trading posts. Over time, the English gain control of the thirteen colonies through force or purchase; eventually, the regions were known as the Southern, Middle and the New England colonies. Although the colonies were under the control of the English and

British soldiers patrolled the area. People say the soldiers pounced first, but others beg to differ. This story told as from Revere reveals the dark side of the soldiers. It was MArch, 1770 and another protest had formed this time harassing the soldiers. Then a fire was shot and as from an engraving this was now the “Bloody Massacre.” You may know this affair as ¨The Bloody Massacre¨, The Boston Massacre, ¨the incident on King street¨, but do you know the true story. In this tractate youĺl find

In John Winthropʼs sermon, “A Model of Christian Charity,” Winthrop claims that having absolute acquiescence and unity will construct the ideal colony and allow their society and social ideas to prosper, creating a colony that is used as an illustration of proper guidance. Winthrop supports his claim by first emphasizing the importance of establishing a unity; he then proceeds to motivate the colony by inducing fear upon them, as well as feelings of guilt. Winthrop’s intent was to exhibit the the

Colonial Boston is a town where “justice” plays an integral part in the citizens’ lives. Justice is especially prevalent in the Puritains’ strict belief in Christianity. “Good” citizens of the town embody it by exposing their neighbor’s secret sins. Ministers and magistrates enforce it by dealing out sentences to punish the sinner. Puritans believe after death God judges each man and all their secret sins will be exposed, judged, and appropriately sentenced to heaven and hell. Justice is just as

5. Harvard Within this rural community, residents will find a small population and green, open spaces. Located only 25 miles to the northwest of Boston, this community is a part of Worcester County. It began as a farming community, but is now known for its affluent population and top school system. Because of the safe environment, bucolic streets and good schools, home prices are rapidly rising in the area. In just the last year, real estate prices advanced by $72,750. Currently, home buyers can

No, I don’t believe Reverend Parris was retaining safety of the citizens of salem. A Puritan minister is a spiritual and civic leader. They are a significant part of Puritan society because puritans believe everything that happens is because God wanted it to happen and the minister is someone who can solve all their problems. An important thing ministers partake in, is directing the public’s response on civil issues. Although, the way Parris directed Salem’s response to the Witch Trials was improper

The Quakers formed in England in 1652. Many people today considered the Quakers as radical Puritans because they went to extremes many Puritan convictions. They stretched the deportment of the Puritans into a “glorification of "plainness."”. Faithfully they expanded the Puritan concept of a church by the Holy Spirit to the idea of the need of the Spirit in every person. Quakers were severely persecuted in England for daring to drift so far from orthodox Christianity. By 1680, 10,000 Quakers had

09/24/2014 Outline of Jamestown and Massachusetts Jamestown presented more prospects to colonists than Massachusetts Bay Colony by allowing more than one religion, workers rights, and freedom of speech. Jamestown settlers had a bond from England guarantees the rights of settlers, as they would have had it in England. The Puritans formed the Massachusetts Bay Colony and they established a charter also. Both colonies had their have and have not in them. Massachusetts Bay Colony encourage the church greatly

What is the first word that comes to mind when you hear the word “pilgrim?” One might think of the the first settlers of America. A dictionary definition of a pilgrim would be a person who makes a religious venture. There have been many pilgrims through history, going back as far as the human race itself. Chris McCandless and the Puritans were pilgrims whose journeys may have been vastly different, but made them pilgrims nonetheless. Chris McCandless ventures may not have been about religion

Throughout our history in 1768 the first patriotic song was born. Being patriotic means “having or expressing devotion to and vigorous support for one's country.” When hearing the song people could be reminded of their freedom. This song was made to help people know that they are free. Where united we stand and divided we fall began. The first patriotic song was called the “Liberty Song.” The song was created in 1768 by a dad, husband, and fellow veteran John Dickinson. His family were very wealthy