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The Founding of Jamestown
Jamestown is founded in southeast Virginia by the London Company. -
First Slaves Arrive in America
The first group of 20 slaves is brought to Jamestown. -
Massachusetts Bay Colony Founded
Mass. Bay Colony is founded by a group of 1,000 Puritan refugees. -
Execution of Charles the First in England
King Charles the First, after much turmoil in England, is captured and executed. -
The Beginning of King Philip's War
King Philip (Metacom) waged war on the New England colonists. -
Bacon's Rebellion
Bacon's Rebellion was a conflict between Virginia and the British leadership. -
King William's War
The French and British conflict in North America. -
The Glorious Revolution
The Glorious Revolution occurs with the King of England deposed and replaced by his daughter. -
Salem Witch Trials
The Salem Witch trials occur in Massachusetts. Nineteen people are executed by hanging.