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The Castillian crew also went along with him.
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He claimed a land and called it La Florida
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Him and his soldiers landed on the Gulf coast of Mexico
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The French King sent Giovanni Da Verrazano to explore the Atlantic coast
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Representatives from the various communities in Virginia met in an assembly called the House of Burgesses. Membership and the House of Burgesses was granted only to white male land owners. It was America's first legislature, or lawmaking body.
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The Mayflower believed that the colony needed a government structure. On November 11, 1620, the 41 men signed the Mayflower Compact. They agreed to make "just" equal laws.
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A French noble, the Sieur De La Salle emigrated to become a fur trade.
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Nathaniel Bacon formed a small army and launched "Bacon's Rebellion." After Bacon died his rebellion collapsed. Nevertheless, Bacon's rebellion had lasting effects.
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New Hampshire become a royal colony.
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The Pueblo Indians revolted against the Spanish missionary system.