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In 1609 crossed the Atlantic Ocean and reached New York where he named the Hudson River after him.
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Dutch traders arrived in the Hudson River Valley and began trading with Natuve Americans
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First legistature in British North America. Established in Jamestown,Virginia.
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People settled at the mouth of the Hudson River. They called this place Amsterdam.
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King Charles II granted a charter for an area south of Virgina. It would be called Carolinas.
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Established when southern New York split.
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King James , and Queen Mary sign the English Bill of Rights, A list of freedoms that a goverment promises to protect.
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The Spanish granted protection and freedom to freed slaves. They did this to weaen Englisg colonies.
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Forced William Penn to agree that only the General Assembly could make laws.
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The right for journalist to publish the truth about something, or someone with out restrictions or penalties.
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Declartaion of Independence is issued.
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The Declaration is signed. By congress, Thomas Jerfferson, Ben Franklin, and John Hancock all took part of this signing process.
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Washington led a surprise attack across the Delaware river,and attacked Trenton from two sides. This led to one of Americas first victories.
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Washington and his soliders met for one last meal. Washington wished to retire to his plantation.
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French citizens rebelled.
