Colonial Period 1605-1775

1. Pennsylvania (William Penn) the dominant colony – Quakers, pacifists, welcome all groups, treat natives better, Pennsylvania “Dutch” 2. agriculture, iron and merchants. 3. mixed population and religions. 4. Maryland - Toleration Act 1649 – all Christians tolerated (Jews, atheists not welcome). Becomes haven for Catholics. New England: 1. ................
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