Hist 1301: Unit 1(L3): From Massachusetts to The Treaty of Paris 1763

How was Plymouth started?

It was started by Puritans when Pilgrims came at the time of James the 1st. Later Massachusetts Bay Puritans came at the time of Charles the 1st.

Who were the Mass Bay Puratins?

A religion that was set up to separate themselves from the traditional church of England. Some people were from Holland and the Dutch treated them well but the English wanted to raise their children among other english.

Who funded Plymouth?

The Joint Sock Co. funded it and this was the 2nd successful colony.

What was the Mayflower?

A ship packed with people of all ages and gender with a mix of animals that brought them to Plymouth from the Old World.

What happened to make Plymouth become a colony?

The original destination was Jamestown but the ship went off course and in September of 1607 they settled on the first land they saw.

What was rhe Mayflower Compact?

A prearranged agreement signed by men 21+ that they decided to put together as a colony stating everyone must submit to the will of the majority as they were afraid some decisions may not favor everyone.

How was the location of Plymouth decided?

They decided where the church went then decided where to put the farmland.

What is a good description of Puritans?

They did not tolerate any religion other than their own (hypocritical) and wore colorful clothes. Men smoke and drink in moderation and they were very against pre-marital sex.

What is a Bundling Board and what was it used for?

It was a board put in-between a man and a woman to make conception virtually impossible. This was done before marriage.

What was Plymouth successful with?

Very good with farming, fishing, and commerce. It grew to 5K people.

What was the Massachusetts Bay Colony?

It was the same people from Plymouth. Boston had a natural Harbor and causes this to become a major city (one of the largest) and most important in the colonial era.

What 2 colonies become one?

Plymouth and Mass Bay Colony merge and form Massachusetts with the capital being Boston

What colony was known as the “Sewer Colony”?

Rhode Island

Who found the Colony of Rhode Island?

Roger Williams, a preacher from Boston, believed that Indians were = to the English and was told to stop preaching this.

What happened when Roger Williams was removed as preacher and arrested?

Indians freed him and he set up the Colony of Rhode Island (providence being its Capital). He let people practice any faith and this was a successful colony.

What were Connecticut and New Hampshire Colonies?

They were Puritan colonies that split from Mass. Bay. Not because of a dispute but because it just spread out.

What was the Maryland COlony?

It was strictly for Catholics (The 1st catholic colony) and was given to Lord Baltimore (Cecil Calvert).

What act was passed allowed all Christian faiths to be practices in Maryland?

The 1649 Toleration Act. It allowed non-Christians such as Jewish doctors and lawyers to stay if they contributed. They were not as tolerant as Rhode Island.

How were the Carolina colonies founded?

It was originally one colony that spit into two (North and South). In South Carolina the port in Charleston became wealthy and one of the most prominent cities in the South.

What was the Cash Crop in South Carolina?

Rice, it made many people wealthy who lived in Charleston.

What was the Cash Crop in North Carolina?

Indigo. The English saw the Indians using it as a blue dye. It grew well in most southern colonies and was known as “Royal Blue” in Europe.

How was the New Jersey Colony Formed?

It was once part of New York but split off when the Duke of York took it over.

How was the Delaware Colony formed?

It was a Swedish Colony known as “New Sweden”. The British took it over and renamed it .

What were the Southern Colonies known as?

Plantation Colonies

Who established Pennsylvania?

William Penn Quaker Society ( A branch of Christianity). They were peaceful and didn’t kill unless it was self defense. Penn allows any Christian faith to be practiced and had good relations with the Indians. Attempted to purchase land instead of obtaining it by force.

Why was the Georgia colony formed and who founded it?

James Oglethorpe. He starts a colony in the new world for debtors and it is named after King George.

What were the rules in the Georgia Colony?

50 Acres of land max per person. No slaves and no alcohol. Work is Monday-Saturday. They had to plow fields, clear land, slash/burn. Ogle is given bad feedback on the colony and quits. After this it becomes a plantation colony.

What Major power did France have?

Canada, the Great Lakes region, the Mississippi River, and the Louisiana Territory.

What Major power did England Have?

The 13 Colonies

What Major power did Spain have?

South Western States, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean Islands.

What was King Williams War?

Between Great Britain and France. Fighting starts in Europe and some overflows into the colonies. They sign a Treaty: No one gains/loses anything, everything goes back to the way it was. France starts building forts for defense purposes and England thinks they’re getting ready for warW

What was King Georges war?

Starts in Europe and overflows to colonies. Statue Que Ante Bellum. French Build more forts.

What happened in Williamsburg Virginia?

Governor sends a notice that France has built a fort on English soil (Fort Duquesne). The English governor sends George Washington as Captain Washington, Virginia Colonial Malitia.

What happened at Fort Duquesne?

Washington gets surrounded and is told not to fight them anymore(he surrenders on July 4 1754) He gets demoted by the governor.

What happens when Braddock discovers Washington in the woods?

Washington was promoted to Major in the malitia. Braddock asks Washington to lead him into the fort and Washington agrees. Upon arrival the British are scared of the Indians.

What does Braddock tell Washington to do before he dies?

He wants him to return to Williamsburg even though more than ½ of his fleet died. Washington returns back to Williamsburg.

What was the French and Indian War?

England declared war on France. It is also known as the 7 years war. Washington was promoted from Major to British Colonel.

Who was James Wolfe and what did he do?

He was known for being a soldiers soldier and treats himself and officers at the same caliber. He wants to take Quebec and Montreal.

When do the British Take Quebec?

1758

What happened in 1760?

The British take Montreal but there is difficult terrain and Wolfe is killed but the British won.

Why did King Louis 15th give the Louisiana Territory to Spain?

He was worried about the outcome of the war and gave it to Spain so the Brithish couldn’t take it.

What happened in Paris in 1763?

The Treaty of Paris to end the French and Indian was was signed. France was completely kicked out of North America. The British took Canada and The Great Lakes region.

What did the French think of the 1763 Treaty of Paris?

They thought it was too harsh and were eager to get revenge against the British.

What is Status Quo Antebellum?

No one gains or loses anything and everything goes back to the way it was before the war

Why did France build so many forts?

For defensive purposes

What did the British think of France building forts?

The British thought the French were building forts to go to war

During Queen Anne’s war, what did Britain gain and France lose?

Britain gain Newfoundland and Nova Scotia.

What fort did the French build that was on English soil in Virginia?

Fort Duquesne

What did the Commander of Fort Duquesne make Washington do?

He made Washington sign a document saying he would never fight the French and Indians

Who is Braddock and why is he important?

He was put in charge of capturing Fort Duquesne. He took 2,000 redcoats.