Section 2
Settling New England
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Plymouth
The Puritans founded Plymouth in order to practice their own brand of Protestantism without interference from England.
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The Massachusetts Bay Colony
The Massachusetts Bay Colony, founded in the 17th century, included parts of Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.
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Rhode Island
Rhode Island was formed as an English colony by Roger Williams and others fleeing prosecution from Puritans.
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Early New England Society
Early New England Puritan society was characterized by yeoman farming communities and a growing merchant class.
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Religion in Early New England
Unlike most of the Chesapeake or southern colonies which were established to make a profit, New England colonies were largely established for religious reasons.