New Haven Colony

The New Haven Colony was a small English settlement established in 1638 in what is now Connecticut. It was founded chiefly by Puritans seeking religious freedom and a community based on their faith. The colony developed its own government and legal system, emphasizing strict morality and church authority. It operated independently until it merged with the nearby Connecticut Colony in 1664. Known for its unique governance and early contributions to American legal and societal development, New Haven played a significant role in colonial history before becoming part of present-day Connecticut.