Georgia's Colonization

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    Georgia Colonization

  • Charter of 1732

    James Oglethorpe was granted a charter to establish the colony of Georgia. The creation of Georgia expanded England's power by establishing a thirteenth colony. (New Georgia Encyclopedia).
  • Highland Scots arrive

    The Highland Scots arrive and settle the city of Darien. The Highland Scots fought alongside James Oglethorpe to defeat the Spanish and protect Georgia's land (GeorgiaInfo).
  • Reynolds becomes royal governor

    Georgia's time as a trustee colony ended. Georgia became a reoyal colony and people could own more land and have slaves (New Georgia Encyclopedia).

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