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New France established by the French
Quebec, a fur-trading enterprise, is established by the French. Conflicts with the natives here reduced the Iroquois population. -
Jamestown starts production of tobacco
After assistance from the Powhatan tribe in surviving the winter, Jamestown cross-pollinates strands of tobacco to create a heavily profitable new cash crop that becomes the settlement’s main export and source of income in the years to come. -
Virginia House of Burgesses established
A representative government in Virginia is established where landowning white men can meet to discuss and change laws. -
New Amsterdam established by the Dutch
The Dutch establish a colony near modern-day Albany for trade and other commerce. -
Anglican Church established
The Anglican Church is established as the official church of the Virginia House of Burgesses. -
Puritan Revolution
A group of Christians known as the Puritans opposed the policies of the Church of England. They were eventually allowed to settle in the new western English colonies as a compromise by the English government in order to appease the Puritan's and their families while also getting rid of Puritan influence in England. -
Bacon's Rebellion
Sir William Berkeley, the Royal Governor of Virginia, earned most of the money made by tobacco production despite the work provided by farmers and landowners. In 1675, one of the largest landowners in the colony, Nathaniel Bacon, organized a militia to attack Doeg Native Americans after having their corn stolen. Berkeley wanted peace between all in the New World and refused to assist Bacon. Eventually, Bacon became governor, and after being denied assistance again, burned down Jamestown. -
Dominion of New England established by Board of Trade
England reestablishes the colonies with a different government after observing "overreach" by the Puritans in the colonies. The new government leads to further resentment of England by the colonies. -
Monmouth’s Rebellion
A group of Protestants led by the Duke of Monmouth in the colonies formed a militia in protest of the new Catholic king of England. After a series of skirmishes, the rebellion is cut down and the leader is beheaded for treason. -
Glorious Revolution
A bloodless coup occurred in England causing the current leaders to change. This shifted the balance of power in the colonies and removed power from the English officials in America. Puritans were able to practice religion the way the wanted more freely.