17th Century Colonial America

Seventeenth-century Colonial America refers to the period when European countries, primarily England, established settlements along the eastern coast of North America. These colonies aimed to expand economic opportunities, find religious freedom, and settle new land. Early settlers faced challenges like harsh environments, conflicts with Indigenous peoples, and managing self-governance. Key colonies included Jamestown (1607) and Plymouth (1620). Over time, these colonies developed distinct societies based on agriculture, trade, and religion, laying the groundwork for future American development and independence.