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The 13 Colonies
This Timeline shows inportant dates throughout the lifespan of the 13 Colonies. -
The Lost Colony
In 1585, a hundred people were sent to help the Colonists, but were never heard from again. That is why they are known as The Lost Colony. -
Settlers land ships in Jamestown
A hundred settlers from the country of England land in Chesapeake Bay, near Jamestown. They arrived on their ships the Godspeed, the Susan Constant, and the Discovery. -
John Smith & Co. founds the Virginia Colony
In 1607, John Smith and The London Company found the Virginia Colony at Jamestown. This is the 1st of the 13 original American Colonies. -
Plymouth Is established as the 2nd colony
In 1620, Massachusetts Bay (Plymouth) is established as the 2nd colony. -
The Mayflower Arrives in Plymouth
On November 11th, 1620 The Mayflower of English separatists landed in Plymouth. They landed at Plymouth Rock. -
New Hampshire becomes Colony
In 1623, The state of New Hampshire became the 3rd Colony. -
Virginia become Royal Colony
In 1624, Virginia becomes a Royal Colony of England. The King of England declared this to be true. -
New Amsterdam is Settled
In 1626, New Amsterdam is settled and would later become New York. -
Maryland becomes 4th Colony
In 1634, Maryland becomes the 4th Colony. They followed New Hampshire. -
Providence and Portsmouth become the 5th colony
In 1636 Providence and Portsmouth join together and form the 5th colony
