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Massachusets Bay colony founded
A group of about 1,000 Puritan refugees settled in Massachusets Bay in America. -
Salem witch trials begin.
The Puritan colonists would imprison, torture and/or kill anyone accused of practicing the devil's magic. -
Salem witch trials end.
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The Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom is signed.
This document was written by Thomas Jefferson and passed by the Virginia Genaral Assembly. -
Burwell vs. Hobby Lobby case
A contraceptive coverage requirement was challenged by Hobby Lobby and Conestoga Wood Specialties who run their businesses on religious principles.