17th Century New England

Seventeenth-century New England was a period of early English colonization, marked by settlers establishing towns primarily for religious freedom. The region’s economy centered on farming, fishing, and trade. Communities were largely Puritan, emphasizing religion and community discipline. Native American relations were complex, involving both cooperation and conflict. The era saw the founding of significant colonies like Massachusetts Bay and Plymouth, with societal norms rooted in religious beliefs. Despite hardships like conflicts and harsh winters, New England colonies grew steadily, laying foundational aspects of American culture, governance, and traditions still influential today.