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  Holland Hires Henry Hudson to explore 1609
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  Plymouth, MA est. 1620 by the pilgrims
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  Queen Christina-hires Peter Minuet to lead expedition in 1637
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  The Kalmar Nyckel brought riches back to Sweeden in 1640
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  Dutch Est. Fort Beversrede-modern day Philly
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  PA remains a part of New Amsterdam colony until 1681