Non English Immigrants

How many Germans arrived in New York?

3,000 Germans

Where did many Germans find refuge?

Pennsylvania

Which state did many German Protestants migrate to?

North Carolina

What were the Dutch known for before New York was established?

Obtaining New York, known as New Amsterdam/New Netherlands

What challenges did non-English immigrants face?

Religious persecution and economic restrictions

What was the Edict of Nantes of 1598?

A decree in France that granted religious tolerance

What led Scots-Irish immigrants to leave for America?

Economic restrictions and outlawing of Presbyterian religion in Ulster

What were the Scots-Irish primarily seeking in America?

Religious freedom and better economic opportunities

What significant event in France led to increased emigration of Catholics and Protestants?

Persecution during the reign of Louis XIV

What were the primary occupations of the different immigrant groups?

French were Protestants, Germans were farmers, Irish were poor laborers

What was the impact of King Louis XIV's wars on German immigrants?

They suffered from war and persecution, leading to migration

What difficulties did Scots-Irish immigrants encounter upon arrival in America?

Limited access to fertile land and conflicts with Native Americans

What was the approximate number of Catholics and Protestants persecuted in Germany?

300,000

What was the main reason for the Scottish immigrants' migration?

Seeking a better life and religious freedom

What area in Germany was particularly affected by invasions during the wars?

The Rhineland, also known as Palatinate

What religious group did many Scots-Irish belong to?

Scottish Presbyterians