Colonial America
Daily life and history of Colonial America and the thirteen original colonies.
Overview of Colonial America
Want to find out about Colonial America? Here is an overview of the thirteen colonies and the important differences between the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies.
Want to find out about Colonial America? Here is an overview of the thirteen colonies and the important differences between the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies.
Mayflower Compact
The Mayflower Compact is a foundational document in American History. It was agreed to by the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower in 1620. Learn more about this important document.
The Mayflower Compact is a foundational document in American History. It was agreed to by the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower in 1620. Learn more about this important document.
Biography of Benjamin Franklin
Here is an biography of Benjamin Franklin. His life as a scientist, writer, politician, elder statesmen, and diplomat was hugely significant in the history of America. Learn more about Benjamin Franklin.
Here is an biography of Benjamin Franklin. His life as a scientist, writer, politician, elder statesmen, and diplomat was hugely significant in the history of America. Learn more about Benjamin Franklin.
The Thirteen Colonies
A bulleted list of the thirteen colonies. The list includes colony name, year founded, and the founders of each of the colonies.
A bulleted list of the thirteen colonies. The list includes colony name, year founded, and the founders of each of the colonies.
Chart of the 13 Original Colonies
Brief overview of the origins of the 13 original colonies. The chart lists the date each colony was founded, the individuals associated with the founding, and whether it became a Royal colony.
Brief overview of the origins of the 13 original colonies. The chart lists the date each colony was founded, the individuals associated with the founding, and whether it became a Royal colony.
Colonial History Quiz
Do you have what it takes to be considered a Colonial History guru? Can you make it all the way to the final question? Take this quiz to find out.
Do you have what it takes to be considered a Colonial History guru? Can you make it all the way to the final question? Take this quiz to find out.
Timeline of American History: 1600 - 1625
Take a look at the very beginning of United States history with this timeline created by your Guide.
Take a look at the very beginning of United States history with this timeline created by your Guide.
Colonial America Timeline: 1626-1650
Use these American History Timelines to find the key events that happened in America's past. This timeline focuses on the years 1626-1650.
Use these American History Timelines to find the key events that happened in America's past. This timeline focuses on the years 1626-1650.
Colonial America Timeline: 1651-1675
Use these American History Timelines to find the key events that happened in America's past. This timeline focuses on the years 1651-1675.
Use these American History Timelines to find the key events that happened in America's past. This timeline focuses on the years 1651-1675.
Timeline of American History: 1675-1700
Follow the course of American History from 1675 to 1700 created by your Guide.
Follow the course of American History from 1675 to 1700 created by your Guide.
Colonial America Timeline: 1701-1725
Use these American History Timelines to find the key events that happened in America's past. This timeline focuses on the years 1701-1725.
Use these American History Timelines to find the key events that happened in America's past. This timeline focuses on the years 1701-1725.
Thanksgiving Myths and Realities
Learn all about the American myths and realities of the celebration of Thanksgiving.
Learn all about the American myths and realities of the celebration of Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving Fast Facts
Learn all about the American celebration of Thanksgiving with this quick list of facts.
Learn all about the American celebration of Thanksgiving with this quick list of facts.
Virginia Colony Profile
Learn more about the colony of Virginia including its significance and important people.
Learn more about the colony of Virginia including its significance and important people.
William Penn Biography
William Penn was a leading Quaker who founded the Pennsylvania colony as a place of religious tolerance. Learn more about William Penn with this biographical sketch.
William Penn was a leading Quaker who founded the Pennsylvania colony as a place of religious tolerance. Learn more about William Penn with this biographical sketch.
The Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence was actually written long after the first shot of the war against Great Britain had been fired at the Battles of Lexington and Concord. Read about this 'lawyers brief' and find great resources to further your study.
The Declaration of Independence was actually written long after the first shot of the war against Great Britain had been fired at the Battles of Lexington and Concord. Read about this 'lawyers brief' and find great resources to further your study.
Colonial America Maps
Dating from 1625 to 1774, these rare maps from the University of Georgia's Hargrett Rare Book & Document Library provide a unique look at the way explorers and colonists viewed the New World. Please note that a few of these maps may take some time to download.
Dating from 1625 to 1774, these rare maps from the University of Georgia's Hargrett Rare Book & Document Library provide a unique look at the way explorers and colonists viewed the New World. Please note that a few of these maps may take some time to download.
Jamestown
A nice history from the Association for Preservation of Virginian Antiquities about the first permanent English settlement in the colonies.
A nice history from the Association for Preservation of Virginian Antiquities about the first permanent English settlement in the colonies.
Keigwin & Matthews Collection of Rare and Historical Documents
A private collection of historical newspapers maps and writings focusing on the period in American history from the Colonial Period through the Jefferson presidency.
A private collection of historical newspapers maps and writings focusing on the period in American history from the Colonial Period through the Jefferson presidency.
The Library Company of Philadelphia
An independent research library with collections documenting every aspect of the history and background of American culture from the time of the thirteen colonies to the end of the 19th century. Check out the historical images.
An independent research library with collections documenting every aspect of the history and background of American culture from the time of the thirteen colonies to the end of the 19th century. Check out the historical images.
Patrick Henry's Patriotic Speech
Spoken at the Second Virginia Convention, here is the text of Patrick's Henry's fiery speech. This was where he uttered the famous phrase, "I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!"
Spoken at the Second Virginia Convention, here is the text of Patrick's Henry's fiery speech. This was where he uttered the famous phrase, "I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!"
The Trial of Anne Hutchinson
America, land of religious freedom? Not for Anne Hutchinson. Read this article concerning her trial for sedition because of her Puritan beliefs.
America, land of religious freedom? Not for Anne Hutchinson. Read this article concerning her trial for sedition because of her Puritan beliefs.
Brief History of the Thirteen Colonies
This great resource gives a brief background for each of the 13 colonies along with resources for further investigation. Definitely a site to spend some time exploring.
This great resource gives a brief background for each of the 13 colonies along with resources for further investigation. Definitely a site to spend some time exploring.