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Period: Jan 1, 1550 to
Colonies Take Root
These events in histery show our steps twords advancement in technology, government, and basic living. -
Jan 1, 1558
First colony in Roanoke
This colony was the first on Roanoke Island, but was abandoned a year later. -
Jan 1, 1565
Spain Builds First Permant Settlement
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Colony Abandoned
Roanoke Colony was abandoned. -
Dutch Start East India Company
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Jamestown Founded
The founding of the Jamestown colony. -
Jamestown Colonists Die
Only 38 colonists survived starvation, harsh winter, and disease. -
John Smith Leaves Jamestown
The founder and leader of Jamestown, John Smith, is forced to leave the colony. -
House of Burgesses Elected
The House of Burgesses is founded. -
The Mayflower Compact
The Mayflower Compact is written and signed. -
Jamestown Improves
Conditions in Jamestown improve. -
Puritans Set Sail
900 puritans sail to the Americas in 11 ships. -
English Civil War
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Englan Takes Over New Amsterdam
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WILLIAM PENN CREATES THE COLONY OF PENNSYLVANIA
GO PENNSYLVANIA!!! -
Georgia is Founded
