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    Another reason that contributed to the establishment of the English colonies are for political reasons. This related to the settlement of the colony because of government affairs. Politics can also be referred to as democracy. Political colonies usually have self-governing orders. The rules guide people to live in peace and to have freedom in return. One example that supports this is from the establishment of Georgia in February 12, 1733. James Edward Oglethorpe had intended this colonization to…

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    Southern Colonies Dbq

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    colonial areas: The Northern Colonies, Middle Colonies, and the Southern Colonies; each one had different geography that caused separation between each identity. For example. The Northern, Middle, and Southern colonies, all because of their geography, were extremely different in terms of economy, food, and the way of life. The geography of the different colonies of British North America influenced the separation from them and Great Britain by 1730. Not only were the colonies separating of each…

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    13 Colonies Regions

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    The Differences between the Regions in the 13 Colonies In the late 16th century, the British arrived to the Americas; Virginia, the first of the thirteen colonies, had been settled, which marked the beginning of a new period of great importance in America’s history. The thirteen colonies were grouped by regions according to the type of climate, topography, and resources available. As a result of such diversity, each of these regions had different industries and possibilities that led them to…

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    thirteen colonies were the perfect way to start our country. Because of where they were located, they gave our nation some of the defining cultural aspects we still see today. The colonies were split into three main sections: the southern colonies, the middle colonies, and the New England colonies. Each different area was responsible for providing different goods or services for the others. The southern colonies were based off of production of large cash crops on plantations. The middle colonies…

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    The New England Colonies

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    Chesapeake and West Indies was a society based on economic exports. The New England colony was formed out of religious persecution. The difference in the development of these colonies led to the way of life in the colony, the relationship with surrounding Indians, and the struggles of the colony. The one thing that was common in all of these societies was the ability to survive. It is evident in the history of these colonies; that one may have different motives, but when it comes to life or…

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    All three colonies have their different personalities. Economy, social patterns and education all vary widely. Some colonies are more populated by whites and others are more populated by African Americans or they have more diversity. Middle colonies are more free and offer better economic opportunities. Many immigrants moved to the middle colonies for religious tolerance and an opportunity to a better quality life. Economy is the best in the middle colonies due to the fact that you can…

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    Colony Of Virginia Essay

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    Colonial Report (Virginia) The Colony of Virginia The colony of Virginia was the first to be established of the original 13 colonies. The colony was founded by Join Smith in 1607, Virginia was considered to be one of the Southern Colonies. The colony of Virginia got its name from Queen Elizabeth I of England who was considered to be the “Virgin Queen.” The major cities/towns of Virginia are Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Richmond. The Southern Colonies were considered to be the warmest of the…

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    Essay On Middle Colonies

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    endeavors to mend it.” This is one of the many things that makes the Middle Colonies the best place to live. In addition to freedom of religion we have great farming land, a thriving economy, a notable climate, and long rivers useful for many things. So, because of our geography, independence, and economy you will be convinced to leave Connecticut, and come live with Momma and me in the Middle Colonies. In the Middle Colonies are well known for our geographical features. Here we have lots of…

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    The Lost Colony Essay

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    Roanoke Colony was a bunch of settlers that wanted to make the new world (America) repopulated and successful. John White was the leader of the colony right before it disappeared. Virginia Dare was the first English child to be born in the new world. Some of the main theories sounds correct, but there are no evidence to back them up. ONe is that they were killed by a tribe of Indians. Another one is that they moved up North away from the Island. Since its disappearance in 1588, the lost colony…

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    The Thirteen Colonies were a group of British Colonies on the east coast of North America. It was founded in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries and declared independence in 1776 and formed the United States. The English were the ones who founded the first permanent settlement in America in 1607. Colonization of North America began in 1607, it began in Jamestown, Virginia. This colony was named after King James I, who was the English king. Many of the colonists who settled in the New…

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