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Major Era 1: Exploration and Colonial Era (1492-1763)
A period marked by European exploration and colonization of North America, driven by the motives of religion, wealth, and fame.
New England Colonies
Established primarily by Puritans and Pilgrims seeking religious freedom; known for their town meetings and community cooperation.
Middle Colonies
Included New York and Pennsylvania, notable for trade and diversity, with Pennsylvania being a sanctuary for Quakers.
Southern Colonies
Comprised of colonies like Virginia and Georgia, established for various reasons including religious refuge and economic opportunity.
Lexington and Concord
The initial battles of the Revolutionary War, known as the 'shot heard 'round the world' marking the start of armed conflict.
Boston Tea Party
An act of civil disobedience in 1773 where colonists protested British taxes by dumping tea into Boston Harbor.
Virginia House of Burgesses
The first legislative assembly in North America, established in 1619, marking the beginning of representative government.
Philadelphia Convention (1787)
A meeting to address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation, leading to the drafting of the U.S. Constitution.
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