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Jamestown Founded
The first colony was founded. -
Plymouth Founded
The pilgrims established a colony in Plymouth. -
Maryland Founded
A colony was founded in Maryland. -
Bacon's Rebellion
Bacon's Rebellion takes place in Virginia -
Salem Witch Trials Begin
Hysteria over witches leads to executions. It was thought to be caused by an fungus that grows on wheat, which has hallucinogenic properties. -
Salem Witch Trials End
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Navigation Acts
The British pass trade/ship regulations for the colonies. -
Peak of Great Awakening
The religious resurgence peaks -
French and Indian War Begins
The French and British begin fighting over land. -
Seven Years War Begins
The British go to war with other countries. -
Proclamation of 1763
King George creates a line between the Native Americans and Colonists. -
French and Indian War Ends
The British win the war and receive Canada. -
Seven Years War Ends