U.S. Timeline 1600-1700

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  • Jamestown Colony

    Jamestown Colony

    The London Company arrives at Jamestown, Virginia, establishing the first permanent English settlement in North America.
  • The House of Burgesses

    The House of Burgesses

    The House of Burgesses is established in Virginia. This was the first representative assembly in the New World.
  • Slavery Begins in America

    Slavery Begins in America

    A group of Angolans who were kidnapped by the Portuguese are brought into Jamestown. This laid the foundation for slavery in the New World.
  • The Mayflower Arrives at Plymouth Rock

    The Mayflower Arrives at Plymouth Rock

    The Mayflower, a ship of British origin, arrives at Plymouth Rock, Massachusetts carrying English pilgrims.
  • The Great Migration

    The Great Migration

    Under persecution by the Anglican Church and the King, Puritan's began migrating en masse to the Northern colonies such as Massachusetts and New York
  • King Philip's War

    King Philip's War

    "The First Indian War". King Philip's War was a conflict between Native Americans and the New England Colonies. It is known as the deadliest conflict in the 17th century New World.
  • The Treaty of Casco

    The Treaty of Casco

    This treaty was signed at Fort Loyal, and put an end to King Philip's War.
  • The Salem Witch Trials Begin

    The Salem Witch Trials Begin

    Hysteria breaks out regarding witchcraft in Salem, Massachusetts. Over 200 were accused, and 20 executed.