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Jamestown is Established
The first permanent English settlement in America is established in Jamestown, Virginia. -
First African Slaves were brought to Virginia
A Dutch ship with about 20-30 slaves brought over the first slaves to Jamestown. -
House of Burgesses Meet for the First Time
The first representative assembly in America, the House of Burgesses, meets for their first convention in Virginia. -
Plymouth Colony is established by Pilgrims
The Plymouth Colony in Massachusetts is established by Pilgrims from England. Before exiting the ship, 41 male passengers signed the Mayflower Compact, which formed the basis for the colony's government. -
Massachusetts Bay Colony is Founded
Massachusetts Bay colony is founded by John Winthrop. -
Connecticut Colony is Founded
Connecticut Colony is established by Thomas Hooker. -
Indian Massacre of 1662
The Indian Massacre of 1662 occurred in Virginia after the Powhattan Indians attacked the English settlers. -
English Overtake New Amsterdam
The English forces capture New Amsterdam and rename it New York. -
Salem Witch Trials
The Salem witch trials took place in Salem, Massachusetts, and killed several women who were accused of witchcraft.
