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The first colony was founded
Jamestown, Virginia was the first of the original thirteen colonies to be found. -
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The Era of the Thirteen Original Colonies
The era of the Thirteen Original Colonies started with the founding of Jamestown and ended with the signing of the Declaration of Independence. -
The beginning of slavery
A Dutch ship brings twenty indentured servants to sell in the New World. This marks the beginning of slavery in the United States. -
Slavery declared illegal in Rhode Island
Rhode Island was the first colony to pass a law making slavery illegal. -
King Phillip's War
A war between Native Americans and New England colonists begins resulting in end of Native American independent power. -
The French and Indian Wars
Great Britain and France went to war over land in North America. The war lasted until 1763 when France surrendered. -
Salem Witch Trials
The people of Salem, Massachusetts tried, convicted, and executed persons accused of witchcraft. -
Benjamin Franklin was born
In Boston, Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin was born on January 17th, 1706 -
Copper coins minted
The first copper coins were made in Connecticut. -
The Revolutionary War
The beginning of the Revolutionary War marked the beginning of the United States gaining their independence from Britain. -
Independence
The United States declared independence from Britain by signing the Declaration of Independence.
