Colonial America

How did thirteen colonies, all very different and diversified, ultimately overcome Europe's greatest Empire and form a Republic that became the United States? In Colonial History, discover articles that answer this question and explore the many facets of colonial life - from food to occupations, from causes of the Revolutionary War to the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. Colonial American history looks at farmers, merchants, pirates, slaves, and Native Americans. Find articles that discuss the religion of the Puritans and the Pilgrims or the beginning of the American slave trade in Virginia. Colonial America is the step back into time when the American nation was formed, beginning the process of "one out of many."

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Little Old New York: Early Hanover Square

Hanover Square once was New York City's principal business center and then the home of the marine industry.

Mar 19, 2012 – Mike Virgintino

Little Old New York: Busy Broad Street

Lower Manhattan, the original section of New York City, has changed a lot over 400 years. The old stories are rich and should not be forgotten.

Mar 11, 2012 – Mike Virgintino

Little Old New York: Long Gone Street Names

In its 400 years, the streets, lanes and boulevards of Manhattan have been widened, lengthened and obliterated - and so have some of the names.

Mar 10, 2012 – Mike Virgintino

Alexandria's Christ Church: From Washington To Today

The current building dates to 1767, but the parish traces its history to an earlier time. Among the parishioners were the Washington and Lee families.

Mar 2, 2012 – Mike Virgintino

Witness Accounts Of The Massacre At Pines Bridge

A fight at a house near the Croton River in New York's Westchester County killed American officers and men during the Revolution.

Feb 19, 2012 – Mike Virgintino

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