COLONIAL HOUSES

The different styles, architecture and types of American colonial Houses that were built during the 18th century in North America are described as: Georgian Colonial Houses (1700 – c.1780): Classical influences from ancient Rome and Greece. Symmetrical, proportioned with imposing grandeur. Federal-style architecture: Colonial Georgian

STATE CONSTITUTIONS

State Constitutions. On April 18, 1775 the American War of Independence began. The 13 original Colonies asked Congress to take charge of the Continental army and the conduct of the war. Congress began to act as advisor as the Colonies changed into States. On May 15, 1776 Congress advised all the colonies to form governments for

themselves.

LORDS PROPRIETORS FACTS The Lords Proprietors - Background History The turbulent history of England resulted in the appointment of the Lords Protectors. King James I died in 1625 and was succeeded by Charles I. King Charles I reigned until 1649, when he was beheaded and England came under the control of Parliamentarians led by Oliver Cromwell.

WILLIAM PENN FACTS

William Penn (1644-1718) was famous as a Quaker and the leader of the Pennsylvania Colony. He was a land investor and a philosopher who promoted the ideals of religious tolerance. The city of Philadelphia was planned and developed under the direction of William Penn. This article contains a short biography and fast facts and information

about

GEORGE CALVERT FACTS Fact 8: In 1610 and 1611, George Calvert undertook missions to Europe on behalf of King James I of England. Fact 9: In 1613, King James I commissioned Calvert to investigate Catholic grievances in Ireland. Fact 10: George Calvert was knighted in 1617 for his services to the king. Fact 11: He became a member of the English Parliament in 1621

and

SUGAR PLANTATIONS

Sugar cane is a tropical, grass that forms shoots at the base producing multiple stems. The sugar cane stems grow into cane stalk from which the sugar is extracted. Sugar Plantations were not established until the 1800's. The growing number of slaves over time allowed plantation farming to expand to farm different plantation

crops.

JOHN HAWKINS FACTS

He was born in Plymouth, Devon, England. Fact 5: John Hawkins came from a wealthy merchant and shipbuilding family and was well educated. Fact 7: John Hawkins was brought up in the Devon port of Plymouth. He had an excellent education which included cartography, navigation, astronomy, mathematics and seamanship. WILLIAM BRADFORD FACTS William Bradford was famous as one of the Pilgrim Fathers and a leader of the Plymouth Settlement who travelled on the Mayflower ship to America. William Bradford was the elected Governor of the Plymouth Settlement for 30 years. The following facts about William Bradford provide interesting facts and an overview and description of the life

and

JAMES OTIS - LAND OF THE BRAVE Fact 24: James Otis died, at the age of 58 years old, on May 23, 1783, in Andover, Massachusetts, after being struck by lightning. Fact 25: During his life he wrote many books including Rights of the British Colonies in 1764 which detailed his ideas on racial equality. Writs of Assistance. James Otis Speech Against the Writs of Assistance.

THE HESSIANS

Fact 2: The Hessians were mercenaries meaning soldiers who were hired to fight in a foreign army for remuneration, rather than out of loyalty and patriotism. Fact 3: The Hessians were German military conscripts - not volunteers. Fact 4: The Hessian soldiers had been forced into the military and had limited military experience - many

Hessians

COLONIAL HOUSES

The different styles, architecture and types of American colonial Houses that were built during the 18th century in North America are described as: Georgian Colonial Houses (1700 – c.1780): Classical influences from ancient Rome and Greece. Symmetrical, proportioned with imposing grandeur. Federal-style architecture: Colonial Georgian

STATE CONSTITUTIONS

State Constitutions. On April 18, 1775 the American War of Independence began. The 13 original Colonies asked Congress to take charge of the Continental army and the conduct of the war. Congress began to act as advisor as the Colonies changed into States. On May 15, 1776 Congress advised all the colonies to form governments for

themselves.

LORDS PROPRIETORS FACTS The Lords Proprietors - Background History The turbulent history of England resulted in the appointment of the Lords Protectors. King James I died in 1625 and was succeeded by Charles I. King Charles I reigned until 1649, when he was beheaded and England came under the control of Parliamentarians led by Oliver Cromwell.

WILLIAM PENN FACTS

William Penn (1644-1718) was famous as a Quaker and the leader of the Pennsylvania Colony. He was a land investor and a philosopher who promoted the ideals of religious tolerance. The city of Philadelphia was planned and developed under the direction of William Penn. This article contains a short biography and fast facts and information

about

GEORGE CALVERT FACTS Fact 8: In 1610 and 1611, George Calvert undertook missions to Europe on behalf of King James I of England. Fact 9: In 1613, King James I commissioned Calvert to investigate Catholic grievances in Ireland. Fact 10: George Calvert was knighted in 1617 for his services to the king. Fact 11: He became a member of the English Parliament in 1621

and

SUGAR PLANTATIONS

Sugar cane is a tropical, grass that forms shoots at the base producing multiple stems. The sugar cane stems grow into cane stalk from which the sugar is extracted. Sugar Plantations were not established until the 1800's. The growing number of slaves over time allowed plantation farming to expand to farm different plantation

crops.

JOHN HAWKINS FACTS

He was born in Plymouth, Devon, England. Fact 5: John Hawkins came from a wealthy merchant and shipbuilding family and was well educated. Fact 7: John Hawkins was brought up in the Devon port of Plymouth. He had an excellent education which included cartography, navigation, astronomy, mathematics and seamanship. WILLIAM BRADFORD FACTS William Bradford was famous as one of the Pilgrim Fathers and a leader of the Plymouth Settlement who travelled on the Mayflower ship to America. William Bradford was the elected Governor of the Plymouth Settlement for 30 years. The following facts about William Bradford provide interesting facts and an overview and description of the life

and

JAMES OTIS - LAND OF THE BRAVE Fact 24: James Otis died, at the age of 58 years old, on May 23, 1783, in Andover, Massachusetts, after being struck by lightning. Fact 25: During his life he wrote many books including Rights of the British Colonies in 1764 which detailed his ideas on racial equality. Writs of Assistance. James Otis Speech Against the Writs of Assistance.

THE HESSIANS

Fact 2: The Hessians were mercenaries meaning soldiers who were hired to fight in a foreign army for remuneration, rather than out of loyalty and patriotism. Fact 3: The Hessians were German military conscripts - not volunteers. Fact 4: The Hessian soldiers had been forced into the military and had limited military experience - many

Hessians

REDCOATS - LAND OF THE BRAVE Definition of Redcoats: The Redcoats refer to British soldiers, especially during the American Revolutionary War, who were so-called because of their red coats and uniforms that were worn by the majority of regiments. The British Redcoats - The King's Shilling The common soldiers who made up the majority of British Redcoats had a hard life WILLIAM BRADFORD FACTS William Bradford was famous as one of the Pilgrim Fathers and a leader of the Plymouth Settlement who travelled on the Mayflower ship to America. William Bradford was the elected Governor of the Plymouth Settlement for 30 years. The following facts about William Bradford provide interesting facts and an overview and description of the life

and

JOHN HAWKINS FACTS

He was born in Plymouth, Devon, England. Fact 5: John Hawkins came from a wealthy merchant and shipbuilding family and was well educated. Fact 7: John Hawkins was brought up in the Devon port of Plymouth. He had an excellent education which included cartography, navigation, astronomy, mathematics and seamanship. THE 13 AMERICAN COLONIES Check out this site for history and chart of the 13 American Colonies including the names, order of colonization, New England, Middle and Southern Colonies. Important events, history, people, dates and years of 13 American Colonies. Facts and information from the 13 American

Colonies

PILGRIM FATHERS

Pilgrim Fathers is the name given to early colonists and settlers of the Plymouth Colony located in present-day Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States. The first settlement of the Plymouth Colony by the Pilgrim Fathers was at New Plymouth. The Plymouth Colony was founded by a group of people referred to as separatists, who later came to be GIOVANNI DA VERRAZZANO FACTS Fact 11: Giovanni da Verrazzano was directed to make plans to explore an area around Florida and in Terranova, the "New Land". Fact 12: Giovanni da Verrazzano assembled a small fleet of 4 ships but two ships were damaged in storms and the two remaining ships were damaged forced to return to France. Fact 13: After repairs to the 2 ships,

called

ANNE HUTCHINSON FACTS Fact 4 Her parents were Bridget Dryden and Francis Marbury. Her father was a deacon at Christ Church, Cambridge. Fact 5 Anne Hutchinson was well educated at home and developed a strong interest in theology due to the influence of her father. Fact 6 In 1612 she married William Hutchinson and they had 15 children together. JOHN ROLFE - LAND OF THE BRAVE John Rolfe (c. 1585 - 1622) was one of the early English colonists and farmers of North America. He is credited with the first successful cultivation of tobacco as an export crop in the Colony of Virginia. John Rolfe is also famous as the husband of Pocahontas (1580-1631), the daughter of Chief Powhatan (his Native Indian name Wahunsonacock)

of

THE HESSIANS

Fact 2: The Hessians were mercenaries meaning soldiers who were hired to fight in a foreign army for remuneration, rather than out of loyalty and patriotism. Fact 3: The Hessians were German military conscripts - not volunteers. Fact 4: The Hessian soldiers had been forced into the military and had limited military experience - many

Hessians

MAYFLOWER SHIP

Fact 1: The Mayflower was the name of the sailing ship that took the people, who would become known collectively as the 'Pilgrims', to the New World. The voyage on the Mayflower sailing ship took 66 days. Fact 2: There were 102 passengers and between 25-30 crew members.

COLONIAL HOUSES

The different styles, architecture and types of American colonial Houses that were built during the 18th century in North America are described as: Georgian Colonial Houses (1700 – c.1780): Classical influences from ancient Rome and Greece. Symmetrical, proportioned with imposing grandeur. Federal-style architecture: Colonial Georgian

STATE CONSTITUTIONS

State Constitutions. On April 18, 1775 the American War of Independence began. The 13 original Colonies asked Congress to take charge of the Continental army and the conduct of the war. Congress began to act as advisor as the Colonies changed into States. On May 15, 1776 Congress advised all the colonies to form governments for

themselves.

REDCOATS - LAND OF THE BRAVE Definition of Redcoats: The Redcoats refer to British soldiers, especially during the American Revolutionary War, who were so-called because of their red coats and uniforms that were worn by the majority of regiments. The British Redcoats - The King's Shilling The common soldiers who made up the majority of British Redcoats had a hard life

WILLIAM PENN FACTS

William Penn (1644-1718) was famous as a Quaker and the leader of the Pennsylvania Colony. He was a land investor and a philosopher who promoted the ideals of religious tolerance. The city of Philadelphia was planned and developed under the direction of William Penn. This article contains a short biography and fast facts and information

about

SUGAR PLANTATIONS

Sugar cane is a tropical, grass that forms shoots at the base producing multiple stems. The sugar cane stems grow into cane stalk from which the sugar is extracted. Sugar Plantations were not established until the 1800's. The growing number of slaves over time allowed plantation farming to expand to farm different plantation

crops.

GEORGE CALVERT FACTS Fact 8: In 1610 and 1611, George Calvert undertook missions to Europe on behalf of King James I of England. Fact 9: In 1613, King James I commissioned Calvert to investigate Catholic grievances in Ireland. Fact 10: George Calvert was knighted in 1617 for his services to the king. Fact 11: He became a member of the English Parliament in 1621

and

JOHN HAWKINS FACTS

He was born in Plymouth, Devon, England. Fact 5: John Hawkins came from a wealthy merchant and shipbuilding family and was well educated. Fact 7: John Hawkins was brought up in the Devon port of Plymouth. He had an excellent education which included cartography, navigation, astronomy, mathematics and seamanship. WILLIAM BRADFORD FACTS William Bradford was famous as one of the Pilgrim Fathers and a leader of the Plymouth Settlement who travelled on the Mayflower ship to America. William Bradford was the elected Governor of the Plymouth Settlement for 30 years. The following facts about William Bradford provide interesting facts and an overview and description of the life

and

ANNE HUTCHINSON FACTS Fact 4 Her parents were Bridget Dryden and Francis Marbury. Her father was a deacon at Christ Church, Cambridge. Fact 5 Anne Hutchinson was well educated at home and developed a strong interest in theology due to the influence of her father. Fact 6 In 1612 she married William Hutchinson and they had 15 children together.

QUEBEC ACT OF 1774

Check out this site for facts about the Quebec Act in Colonial America. Meaning and Definition of the Quebec Act for kids. History, information and facts about the Quebec Act of

COLONIAL HOUSES

The different styles, architecture and types of American colonial Houses that were built during the 18th century in North America are described as: Georgian Colonial Houses (1700 – c.1780): Classical influences from ancient Rome and Greece. Symmetrical, proportioned with imposing grandeur. Federal-style architecture: Colonial Georgian

STATE CONSTITUTIONS

State Constitutions. On April 18, 1775 the American War of Independence began. The 13 original Colonies asked Congress to take charge of the Continental army and the conduct of the war. Congress began to act as advisor as the Colonies changed into States. On May 15, 1776 Congress advised all the colonies to form governments for

themselves.

REDCOATS - LAND OF THE BRAVE Definition of Redcoats: The Redcoats refer to British soldiers, especially during the American Revolutionary War, who were so-called because of their red coats and uniforms that were worn by the majority of regiments. The British Redcoats - The King's Shilling The common soldiers who made up the majority of British Redcoats had a hard life

WILLIAM PENN FACTS

William Penn (1644-1718) was famous as a Quaker and the leader of the Pennsylvania Colony. He was a land investor and a philosopher who promoted the ideals of religious tolerance. The city of Philadelphia was planned and developed under the direction of William Penn. This article contains a short biography and fast facts and information

about

SUGAR PLANTATIONS

Sugar cane is a tropical, grass that forms shoots at the base producing multiple stems. The sugar cane stems grow into cane stalk from which the sugar is extracted. Sugar Plantations were not established until the 1800's. The growing number of slaves over time allowed plantation farming to expand to farm different plantation

crops.

GEORGE CALVERT FACTS Fact 8: In 1610 and 1611, George Calvert undertook missions to Europe on behalf of King James I of England. Fact 9: In 1613, King James I commissioned Calvert to investigate Catholic grievances in Ireland. Fact 10: George Calvert was knighted in 1617 for his services to the king. Fact 11: He became a member of the English Parliament in 1621

and

JOHN HAWKINS FACTS

He was born in Plymouth, Devon, England. Fact 5: John Hawkins came from a wealthy merchant and shipbuilding family and was well educated. Fact 7: John Hawkins was brought up in the Devon port of Plymouth. He had an excellent education which included cartography, navigation, astronomy, mathematics and seamanship. WILLIAM BRADFORD FACTS William Bradford was famous as one of the Pilgrim Fathers and a leader of the Plymouth Settlement who travelled on the Mayflower ship to America. William Bradford was the elected Governor of the Plymouth Settlement for 30 years. The following facts about William Bradford provide interesting facts and an overview and description of the life

and

ANNE HUTCHINSON FACTS Fact 4 Her parents were Bridget Dryden and Francis Marbury. Her father was a deacon at Christ Church, Cambridge. Fact 5 Anne Hutchinson was well educated at home and developed a strong interest in theology due to the influence of her father. Fact 6 In 1612 she married William Hutchinson and they had 15 children together.

QUEBEC ACT OF 1774

Check out this site for facts about the Quebec Act in Colonial America. Meaning and Definition of the Quebec Act for kids. History, information and facts about the Quebec Act of

QUEBEC ACT OF 1774

Check out this site for facts about the Quebec Act in Colonial America. Meaning and Definition of the Quebec Act for kids. History, information and facts about the Quebec Act of

JOHN HAWKINS FACTS

He was born in Plymouth, Devon, England. Fact 5: John Hawkins came from a wealthy merchant and shipbuilding family and was well educated. Fact 7: John Hawkins was brought up in the Devon port of Plymouth. He had an excellent education which included cartography, navigation, astronomy, mathematics and seamanship.

PILGRIM FATHERS

Pilgrim Fathers is the name given to early colonists and settlers of the Plymouth Colony located in present-day Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States. The first settlement of the Plymouth Colony by the Pilgrim Fathers was at New Plymouth. The Plymouth Colony was founded by a group of people referred to as separatists, who later came to be THE 13 AMERICAN COLONIES The names of the original 13 American Colonies are detailed on the following list: Virginia - First American Colony founded in 1607. New York - Second American Colony founded in 1626. Massachusetts - Third American Colony founded in 1630. Maryland - Fourth American Colony founded in 1633. Rhode Island - Fifth American Colony founded in 1636. GIOVANNI DA VERRAZZANO FACTS Fact 11: Giovanni da Verrazzano was directed to make plans to explore an area around Florida and in Terranova, the "New Land". Fact 12: Giovanni da Verrazzano assembled a small fleet of 4 ships but two ships were damaged in storms and the two remaining ships were damaged forced to return to France. Fact 13: After repairs to the 2 ships,

called

ANNE HUTCHINSON FACTS Fact 4 Her parents were Bridget Dryden and Francis Marbury. Her father was a deacon at Christ Church, Cambridge. Fact 5 Anne Hutchinson was well educated at home and developed a strong interest in theology due to the influence of her father. Fact 6 In 1612 she married William Hutchinson and they had 15 children together.

MAYFLOWER SHIP

Fact 1: The Mayflower was the name of the sailing ship that took the people, who would become known collectively as the 'Pilgrims', to the New World. The voyage on the Mayflower sailing ship took 66 days. Fact 2: There were 102 passengers and between 25-30 crew members. JOHN ROLFE - LAND OF THE BRAVE John Rolfe (c. 1585 - 1622) was one of the early English colonists and farmers of North America. He is credited with the first successful cultivation of tobacco as an export crop in the Colony of Virginia. John Rolfe is also famous as the husband of Pocahontas (1580-1631), the daughter of Chief Powhatan (his Native Indian name Wahunsonacock)

of

THE GASPEE AFFAIR

Facts about the Gaspee Affair in 1772. Information, history and facts about the burning of the Gaspee for kids. History, information and facts about the Gaspee Affair. TOWNSHEND REVENUE ACT OF 1767 WORDS AND TEXT Townshend Revenue Act (June 29, 1767) AN ACT for granting certain duties in the British colonies and plantations in America; for allowing a drawback of the duties of customs upon the exportation from this kingdom, of coffee and cocoa nuts of the produce of the said colonies or plantations; for discontinuing the drawbacks payable on china earthen ware exported to America; and

COLONIAL HOUSES

The different styles, architecture and types of American colonial Houses that were built during the 18th century in North America are described as: Georgian Colonial Houses (1700 – c.1780): Classical influences from ancient Rome and Greece. Symmetrical, proportioned with imposing grandeur. Federal-style architecture: Colonial Georgian

STATE CONSTITUTIONS

State Constitutions. On April 18, 1775 the American War of Independence began. The 13 original Colonies asked Congress to take charge of the Continental army and the conduct of the war. Congress began to act as advisor as the Colonies changed into States. On May 15, 1776 Congress advised all the colonies to form governments for

themselves.

PRIVACY POLICY

Siteseen Ltd. has created this privacy statement in order to demonstrate our firm commitment to the privacy of our visitors and our compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has applied to organisations since 25 May 2018 and is a legal framework that sets guidelines for the

WILLIAM PENN FACTS

William Penn (1644-1718) was famous as a Quaker and the leader of the Pennsylvania Colony. He was a land investor and a philosopher who promoted the ideals of religious tolerance. The city of Philadelphia was planned and developed under the direction of William Penn. This article contains a short biography and fast facts and information

about

THE 13 AMERICAN COLONIES Check out this site for history and chart of the 13 American Colonies including the names, order of colonization, New England, Middle and Southern Colonies. Important events, history, people, dates and years of 13 American Colonies. Facts and information from the 13 American

Colonies

SUGAR PLANTATIONS

Sugar cane is a tropical, grass that forms shoots at the base producing multiple stems. The sugar cane stems grow into cane stalk from which the sugar is extracted. Sugar Plantations were not established until the 1800's. The growing number of slaves over time allowed plantation farming to expand to farm different plantation

crops.

GEORGE CALVERT FACTS Fact 8: In 1610 and 1611, George Calvert undertook missions to Europe on behalf of King James I of England. Fact 9: In 1613, King James I commissioned Calvert to investigate Catholic grievances in Ireland. Fact 10: George Calvert was knighted in 1617 for his services to the king. Fact 11: He became a member of the English Parliament in 1621

and

JOHN HAWKINS FACTS

He was born in Plymouth, Devon, England. Fact 5: John Hawkins came from a wealthy merchant and shipbuilding family and was well educated. Fact 7: John Hawkins was brought up in the Devon port of Plymouth. He had an excellent education which included cartography, navigation, astronomy, mathematics and seamanship. WILLIAM BRADFORD FACTS William Bradford was famous as one of the Pilgrim Fathers and a leader of the Plymouth Settlement who travelled on the Mayflower ship to America. William Bradford was the elected Governor of the Plymouth Settlement for 30 years. The following facts about William Bradford provide interesting facts and an overview and description of the life

and

QUEBEC ACT OF 1774

Check out this site for facts about the Quebec Act in Colonial America. Meaning and Definition of the Quebec Act for kids. History, information and facts about the Quebec Act of

COLONIAL HOUSES

The different styles, architecture and types of American colonial Houses that were built during the 18th century in North America are described as: Georgian Colonial Houses (1700 – c.1780): Classical influences from ancient Rome and Greece. Symmetrical, proportioned with imposing grandeur. Federal-style architecture: Colonial Georgian

STATE CONSTITUTIONS

State Constitutions. On April 18, 1775 the American War of Independence began. The 13 original Colonies asked Congress to take charge of the Continental army and the conduct of the war. Congress began to act as advisor as the Colonies changed into States. On May 15, 1776 Congress advised all the colonies to form governments for

themselves.

PRIVACY POLICY

Siteseen Ltd. has created this privacy statement in order to demonstrate our firm commitment to the privacy of our visitors and our compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has applied to organisations since 25 May 2018 and is a legal framework that sets guidelines for the

WILLIAM PENN FACTS

William Penn (1644-1718) was famous as a Quaker and the leader of the Pennsylvania Colony. He was a land investor and a philosopher who promoted the ideals of religious tolerance. The city of Philadelphia was planned and developed under the direction of William Penn. This article contains a short biography and fast facts and information

about

THE 13 AMERICAN COLONIES Check out this site for history and chart of the 13 American Colonies including the names, order of colonization, New England, Middle and Southern Colonies. Important events, history, people, dates and years of 13 American Colonies. Facts and information from the 13 American

Colonies

SUGAR PLANTATIONS

Sugar cane is a tropical, grass that forms shoots at the base producing multiple stems. The sugar cane stems grow into cane stalk from which the sugar is extracted. Sugar Plantations were not established until the 1800's. The growing number of slaves over time allowed plantation farming to expand to farm different plantation

crops.

GEORGE CALVERT FACTS Fact 8: In 1610 and 1611, George Calvert undertook missions to Europe on behalf of King James I of England. Fact 9: In 1613, King James I commissioned Calvert to investigate Catholic grievances in Ireland. Fact 10: George Calvert was knighted in 1617 for his services to the king. Fact 11: He became a member of the English Parliament in 1621

and

JOHN HAWKINS FACTS

He was born in Plymouth, Devon, England. Fact 5: John Hawkins came from a wealthy merchant and shipbuilding family and was well educated. Fact 7: John Hawkins was brought up in the Devon port of Plymouth. He had an excellent education which included cartography, navigation, astronomy, mathematics and seamanship. WILLIAM BRADFORD FACTS William Bradford was famous as one of the Pilgrim Fathers and a leader of the Plymouth Settlement who travelled on the Mayflower ship to America. William Bradford was the elected Governor of the Plymouth Settlement for 30 years. The following facts about William Bradford provide interesting facts and an overview and description of the life

and

QUEBEC ACT OF 1774

Check out this site for facts about the Quebec Act in Colonial America. Meaning and Definition of the Quebec Act for kids. History, information and facts about the Quebec Act of

LAND OF THE BRAVE

Check out this site for facts and information about Colonial America. Important events, history, people, dates and years of Colonial America. Facts and information about the

PRIVACY POLICY

Siteseen Ltd. has created this privacy statement in order to demonstrate our firm commitment to the privacy of our visitors and our compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has applied to organisations since 25 May 2018 and is a legal framework that sets guidelines for the THE 13 AMERICAN COLONIES Check out this site for history and chart of the 13 American Colonies including the names, order of colonization, New England, Middle and Southern Colonies. Important events, history, people, dates and years of 13 American Colonies. Facts and information from the 13 American

Colonies

REDCOATS - LAND OF THE BRAVE Definition of Redcoats: The Redcoats refer to British soldiers, especially during the American Revolutionary War, who were so-called because of their red coats and uniforms that were worn by the majority of regiments. The British Redcoats - The King's Shilling The common soldiers who made up the majority of British Redcoats had a hard life

PILGRIM FATHERS

Pilgrim Fathers is the name given to early colonists and settlers of the Plymouth Colony located in present-day Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States. The first settlement of the Plymouth Colony by the Pilgrim Fathers was at New Plymouth. The Plymouth Colony was founded by a group of people referred to as separatists, who later came to be

QUEBEC ACT OF 1774

Check out this site for facts about the Quebec Act in Colonial America. Meaning and Definition of the Quebec Act for kids. History, information and facts about the Quebec Act of TEA ACT OF 1773 WORDS AND TEXT Tea Act (May 10, 1773) An act to allow a drawback of the duties of customs on the exportation of tea to any of his Majesty's colonies or plantations in America; to increase the deposit on bohea tea to be sold at the India Company's sales; and to impower the commissioners of the treasury to grant licences to the East India Company to export tea

duty-free.

BATTLE OF GUILFORD COURTHOUSE Battle of Guilford Courthouse Definition: The Battle of Guilford Courthouse was a military conflict between the Kingdom of Great Britain and its thirteen colonies in North America during the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783). The year and date that the Battle of Guilford Courthouse took place on Thursday, March 15, 1781.

JOHN WINTHROP FACTS

Colonial America - Land of the Brave. Short Biography about John Winthrop John Winthrop (12 January 1588 - 26 March 1649) was famous for the founding, and as a leader of, the Massachusetts Bay Colony in

New England.

WOOL ACT OF 1699

Colonial America - Land of the Brave. Definition of the Wool Act of 1699 The Meaning and Definition of the Act: The Wool Act of 1699 was a British Law, passed by the Parliament of Great Britain, that was designed to restrict the trading of wool products by banning the export of wool from the colonies, limiting the importing of wool to that produced by Great Britain, and taxing wool sales.

PRIVACY POLICY

Siteseen Ltd. has created this privacy statement in order to demonstrate our firm commitment to the privacy of our visitors and our compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has applied to organisations since 25 May 2018 and is a legal framework that sets guidelines for the

COLONIAL HOUSES

The different styles, architecture and types of American colonial Houses that were built during the 18th century in North America are described as: Georgian Colonial Houses (1700 – c.1780): Classical influences from ancient Rome and Greece. Symmetrical, proportioned with imposing grandeur. Federal-style architecture: Colonial Georgian

STATE CONSTITUTIONS

State Constitutions. On April 18, 1775 the American War of Independence began. The 13 original Colonies asked Congress to take charge of the Continental army and the conduct of the war. Congress began to act as advisor as the Colonies changed into States. On May 15, 1776 Congress advised all the colonies to form governments for

themselves.

REDCOATS - LAND OF THE BRAVEREDCOATS BRITISH WARBRITISH REDCOATS FOR SALEWERE REDCOATS BRITISH SOLDIERSWHO ARE THE REDCOATSWHO WERE THE REDCOATSWHO WERE THE REDCOATS SOLDIERS Definition of Redcoats: The Redcoats refer to British soldiers, especially during the American Revolutionary War, who were so-called because of their red coats and uniforms that were worn by the majority of regiments. The British Redcoats - The King's Shilling The common soldiers who made up the majority of British Redcoats had a hard life GEORGE CALVERT FACTS Fact 8: In 1610 and 1611, George Calvert undertook missions to Europe on behalf of King James I of England. Fact 9: In 1613, King James I commissioned Calvert to investigate Catholic grievances in Ireland. Fact 10: George Calvert was knighted in 1617 for his services to the king. Fact 11: He became a member of the English Parliament in 1621

and

WILLIAM PENN FACTS

William Penn (1644-1718) was famous as a Quaker and the leader of the Pennsylvania Colony. He was a land investor and a philosopher who promoted the ideals of religious tolerance. The city of Philadelphia was planned and developed under the direction of William Penn. This article contains a short biography and fast facts and information

about

JOHN HAWKINS FACTS

He was born in Plymouth, Devon, England. Fact 5: John Hawkins came from a wealthy merchant and shipbuilding family and was well educated. Fact 7: John Hawkins was brought up in the Devon port of Plymouth. He had an excellent education which included cartography, navigation, astronomy, mathematics and seamanship. WILLIAM BRADFORD FACTS William Bradford was famous as one of the Pilgrim Fathers and a leader of the Plymouth Settlement who travelled on the Mayflower ship to America. William Bradford was the elected Governor of the Plymouth Settlement for 30 years. The following facts about William Bradford provide interesting facts and an overview and description of the life

and

SUGAR PLANTATIONS

Sugar cane is a tropical, grass that forms shoots at the base producing multiple stems. The sugar cane stems grow into cane stalk from which the sugar is extracted. Sugar Plantations were not established until the 1800's. The growing number of slaves over time allowed plantation farming to expand to farm different plantation

crops.

QUEBEC ACT OF 1774QUEBEC ACT OF 1774QUEBEC ACT 1774 QUIZLETCAUSE OF 1774 QUEBEC ACTQUEBEC ACT DEFINITIONQUEBEC ACT APUSHQUEBEC ACT FOR

KIDS

Check out this site for facts about the Quebec Act in Colonial America. Meaning and Definition of the Quebec Act for kids. History, information and facts about the Quebec Act of

PRIVACY POLICY

Siteseen Ltd. has created this privacy statement in order to demonstrate our firm commitment to the privacy of our visitors and our compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has applied to organisations since 25 May 2018 and is a legal framework that sets guidelines for the

COLONIAL HOUSES

The different styles, architecture and types of American colonial Houses that were built during the 18th century in North America are described as: Georgian Colonial Houses (1700 – c.1780): Classical influences from ancient Rome and Greece. Symmetrical, proportioned with imposing grandeur. Federal-style architecture: Colonial Georgian

STATE CONSTITUTIONS

State Constitutions. On April 18, 1775 the American War of Independence began. The 13 original Colonies asked Congress to take charge of the Continental army and the conduct of the war. Congress began to act as advisor as the Colonies changed into States. On May 15, 1776 Congress advised all the colonies to form governments for

themselves.

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Facts about the Gaspee Affair in 1772. Information, history and facts about the burning of the Gaspee for kids. History, information and facts about the Gaspee Affair. ANNE HUTCHINSON FACTS Fact 4 Her parents were Bridget Dryden and Francis Marbury. Her father was a deacon at Christ Church, Cambridge. Fact 5 Anne Hutchinson was well educated at home and developed a strong interest in theology due to the influence of her father. Fact 6 In 1612 she married William Hutchinson and they had 15 children together.

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REDCOATS - LAND OF THE BRAVEREDCOATS BRITISH WARBRITISH REDCOATS FOR SALEWERE REDCOATS BRITISH SOLDIERSWHO ARE THE REDCOATSWHO WERE THE REDCOATSWHO WERE THE REDCOATS SOLDIERS Definition of Redcoats: The Redcoats refer to British soldiers, especially during the American Revolutionary War, who were so-called because of their red coats and uniforms that were worn by the majority of regiments. The British Redcoats - The King's Shilling The common soldiers who made up the majority of British Redcoats had a hard life GEORGE CALVERT FACTS Fact 8: In 1610 and 1611, George Calvert undertook missions to Europe on behalf of King James I of England. Fact 9: In 1613, King James I commissioned Calvert to investigate Catholic grievances in Ireland. Fact 10: George Calvert was knighted in 1617 for his services to the king. Fact 11: He became a member of the English Parliament in 1621

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SUGAR PLANTATIONS

Sugar cane is a tropical, grass that forms shoots at the base producing multiple stems. The sugar cane stems grow into cane stalk from which the sugar is extracted. Sugar Plantations were not established until the 1800's. The growing number of slaves over time allowed plantation farming to expand to farm different plantation

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State Constitutions. On April 18, 1775 the American War of Independence began. The 13 original Colonies asked Congress to take charge of the Continental army and the conduct of the war. Congress began to act as advisor as the Colonies changed into States. On May 15, 1776 Congress advised all the colonies to form governments for

themselves.

REDCOATS - LAND OF THE BRAVEREDCOATS BRITISH WARBRITISH REDCOATS FOR SALEWERE REDCOATS BRITISH SOLDIERSWHO ARE THE REDCOATSWHO WERE THE REDCOATSWHO WERE THE REDCOATS SOLDIERS Definition of Redcoats: The Redcoats refer to British soldiers, especially during the American Revolutionary War, who were so-called because of their red coats and uniforms that were worn by the majority of regiments. The British Redcoats - The King's Shilling The common soldiers who made up the majority of British Redcoats had a hard life GEORGE CALVERT FACTS Fact 8: In 1610 and 1611, George Calvert undertook missions to Europe on behalf of King James I of England. Fact 9: In 1613, King James I commissioned Calvert to investigate Catholic grievances in Ireland. Fact 10: George Calvert was knighted in 1617 for his services to the king. Fact 11: He became a member of the English Parliament in 1621

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William Penn (1644-1718) was famous as a Quaker and the leader of the Pennsylvania Colony. He was a land investor and a philosopher who promoted the ideals of religious tolerance. The city of Philadelphia was planned and developed under the direction of William Penn. This article contains a short biography and fast facts and information

about

JOHN HAWKINS FACTS

He was born in Plymouth, Devon, England. Fact 5: John Hawkins came from a wealthy merchant and shipbuilding family and was well educated. Fact 7: John Hawkins was brought up in the Devon port of Plymouth. He had an excellent education which included cartography, navigation, astronomy, mathematics and seamanship. WILLIAM BRADFORD FACTS William Bradford was famous as one of the Pilgrim Fathers and a leader of the Plymouth Settlement who travelled on the Mayflower ship to America. William Bradford was the elected Governor of the Plymouth Settlement for 30 years. The following facts about William Bradford provide interesting facts and an overview and description of the life

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SUGAR PLANTATIONS

Sugar cane is a tropical, grass that forms shoots at the base producing multiple stems. The sugar cane stems grow into cane stalk from which the sugar is extracted. Sugar Plantations were not established until the 1800's. The growing number of slaves over time allowed plantation farming to expand to farm different plantation

crops.

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Sugar cane is a tropical, grass that forms shoots at the base producing multiple stems. The sugar cane stems grow into cane stalk from which the sugar is extracted. Sugar Plantations were not established until the 1800's. The growing number of slaves over time allowed plantation farming to expand to farm different plantation

crops.

PETER STUYVESANT FACTS He was born in was born in Scherpenzeel, in southern Friesland. He was the son of a minister and received a good education studying at Franeker. He entered military service in the West Indies in 1625. Peter Stuyvesant became the director of the West India Company's colony of Curacao from 1634 to 1644. In April 1644 he led an attack on

the the

THE GASPEE AFFAIR

Facts about the Gaspee Affair in 1772. Information, history and facts about the burning of the Gaspee for kids. History, information and facts about the Gaspee Affair. ANNE HUTCHINSON FACTS Fact 4 Her parents were Bridget Dryden and Francis Marbury. Her father was a deacon at Christ Church, Cambridge. Fact 5 Anne Hutchinson was well educated at home and developed a strong interest in theology due to the influence of her father. Fact 6 In 1612 she married William Hutchinson and they had 15 children together.

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Colonial America - Land of the Brave. Definition of the Wool Act of 1699 The Meaning and Definition of the Act: The Wool Act of 1699 was a British Law, passed by the Parliament of Great Britain, that was designed to restrict the trading of wool products by banning the export of wool from the colonies, limiting the importing of wool to that produced by Great Britain, and taxing wool sales.

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A comprehensive illustrated guide to Colonial America. Containing facts and information about the founding and establishment of the 13 Colonies and the struggles of the early colonists. Learn about the history of Colonial America: * The founding of the 13 Colonies in Colonial America * Life in New England, Middle and Southern Colonies * Religion in Colonial America including the Pilgrims and the

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Learn about Colonial America with simple, clear and easy to read articles that all have interesting illustrations and pictures. Read about the relationship between the monarchy and government of Great Britain. The Triangular Trade that was established across the Atlantic and the laws that governed trade in Colonial America including the Navigation Acts, the Sugar Act, the Townshend Acts and the Stamp Act which led to insurrection and rebellion in Colonial America culminating in the American Revolution and the Declaration of Independence. If you want to know what happened next, check out American Historama - United States History

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EXPLORERS & DISCOVERY OF AMERICA THE PILGRIMS & THE MAYFLOWER THE FIRST 13 COLONIES RELIGIOUS BELIEFS & RELIGIONS TAXATION IN THE COLONIES THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR & BATTLES IMPORTANT ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS LIFE IN COLONIAL TIMES COLONIZATION, TRADE & COLONIALISM REVOLUTIONARY WAR & BATTLES CONGRESS & GOVERNMENT FAMOUS COLONISTS & PATRIOTS Colonial America Sitemap EARLY AMERICAN HISTORY - THE HISTORY OF COLONIAL AMERICA Interesting facts and information about the early American History and the Discovery of America and the history of Colonial America from 1600 - 1799 including the Mayflower, Pilgrim Fathers, 13 Colonies, Indentured Servants, Black American Slavery in Colonial America, Colonial taxes, Sons of Liberty & the Boston Tea Party. Facts and info about the British colonies in America for kids. Just click on a link for access to any of the following topics which all relate to early American History from 1607 - 1776 - the history of Colonial America followed by the Battles of the American Revolutionary War that ended

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THE HISTORY OF COLONIAL AMERICA The History of Colonial America led directly, or indirectly, to many of the early Indian wars. European political rivalries and military conflicts spilled over the Atlantic and into Colonial America. English laws were introduced to Colonial America and the profits made from trade in the natural resources of America contributed to the wealth of England, France, Spain and the Netherlands. Tensions rose between Native American Indians due to the massive influx of English, Irish, German, and Scottish colonists. The early Indian Wars were fuelled by the newcomers to America sparking new conflicts with local Indian tribes and colonists for control of the land. Learn about the most important events in the history of Colonial America. COLONIAL AMERICA TIME PERIOD DEFINITION - AMERICAN HISTORY 1607-1776 Colonial America Time Period Definition: The Colonial America Time Period of American History covers the start of European settlement with the Pilgrims from England landing at Plymouth in 1607 and the establishment of the thirteen colonies until they declared themselves independent on July 4, 1776 with the Declaration of Independence. The Declaration of Independence was a Statement of the Second Continental Congress that defined the colonists' rights, outlined their complaints against the British government, and declared the colonies' independence, which ended the Colonial America Time Period and this period of early American History. COLONIAL AMERICA - ENGLISH OR BRITISH? Colonial America -  There is some confusion as to whether the early settlers in Colonial America should be referred to as English or British. To clarify, the colonists and settlers in Colonial America are referred to as English up to 1707 at which time the union between England and Scotland created Great Britain when the term British was used during this era of in Colonial America. COLONIAL AMERICA TIME PERIOD The Colonial America Time Period covers the time in American history from 1607 to 1776. During this period of time the settlers arrived from Europe looking for religious freedom, land and the opportunity for wealth. The newcomers were governed by the laws of the sovereign states of Europe which inevitably led to dissension and rebellion in Colonial America. We have compiled a comprehensive Colonial America Time Period History Timeline which details the a chronological list laws in date order that were enforced, the rebellions that were sparked and the establishment of the 13 colonies. The Colonial America Time Period covers 169 years. The Colonial America Time Period History Timeline is the fastest and easiest way to gain a full overview of the major events and people involved in the Colonial America Time Period. COLONIAL AMERICA - THE PILGRIM FATHERS Colonial America -  The Pilgrim Fathers is a term commonly applied to the earliest immigrants and settlers of Colonial America. The Pilgrim Fathers, or Pilgrims, were members of a Puritan Separatist sect who set sail in the Mayflower bound for the Americas to establish a colony where they could enjoy religious freedom. The Pilgrim Fathers, or Pilgrims, founded the colony of Plymouth in New England in 1620, located in present-day Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States. The Mayflower Compact was a legal document written by the Pilgrims to specify basic laws and social rules for their new colony in Colonial

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COLONIAL AMERICA - EARLY COLONIAL AMERICA The Early Colonial America Time Period starts with the arrival of the Pilgrims on the Mayflower and extends to 1629 which started the Great Migration which was the mass migration of thousands of English people to the Americas that took place between 1630 and 1640. The Early Colonial America Time Period covers the founding and establishment of the first English colonies established in Colonial America, their struggle to survive and their conflicts with American Native Indians in Colonial America. HISTORY OF COLONIAL AMERICA - THE 13 COLONIES, MAP AND 13 COLONIES

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The History and Colonial America Time Period covers the establishment of the 13 Colonies. The English settlement of the 13 Colonies were located on the Atlantic coast of North America and founded between 1607 (Virginia) and 1733 (Georgia). The 13 colonies were Delaware, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts Bay Colony (which included Maine), New Jersey, Georgia, Connecticut, Maryland, South Carolina, New Hampshire, Virginia, New York, North Carolina, and Rhode Island and Providence Plantations.  The 13 English colonies were divided into three geographic areas consisting of the New England colonies, the Middle colonies, and the Southern colonies. Each of the 13 Colonies had specific economic, social, and political developments that were unique to the regions in Colonial America. The articles on this subject include a helpful 13 Colonies Timeline. Colonial America - The Early Indian Wars Colonial America -  The early Indian Wars were fuelled by the newcomers to Colonial America sparking new conflicts and wars between local Indian tribes and colonists for control and the wealth of the land in Colonial America. Tensions rose between Native American Indians due to the influx of English, Irish, Scottish, French, Dutch and German colonists. COLONIAL AMERICA - INDENTURED SERVANTS Colonial America -  The system of Indentured servitude was introduced in Colonial America to meet the growing demand for cheap labor in the colonies. Indentured servants were contracted to work for a fixed period of time usually from five to seven years in exchange for transportation and a job in Colonial America. The Indentured servants were provided with basic necessities such as food, clothing and lodging during their term of service but they were not paid. Unlike slaves, Indentured servants could look forward to a release from bondage. The first Indentured servants in Colonial America were introduced by the Virginia Company in 1619. COLONIAL AMERICA - SLAVERY IN COLONIAL AMERICA The subject of Slavery in Colonial America starts in England in 1562 when England joined the Slave Trade. John Hawkins, the first Englishman to take part in the slave trade, and many followed his lead due to the huge profit that could be gained. Slavery was common in the sugar plantations of the Caribbean. At first there was no slavery in Colonial America. The Indentured servants system was introduced but these people were given their freedom at the end of their service. The colonists started to produce tobacco in the colonies which was hugely profitable. To increase profits further slavery in Colonial America was introduced to provide cheap labor on the tobacco plantations. Twenty black African slaves were  brought to Jamestown, Virginia in 1619 by 1790 Slavery in colonial America had increased. Nearly 1 in 4 of the population were black African slaves in Colonial America.

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_African slaves working on a tobacco plantation in 1670_ COLONIAL AMERICA - THE EARLY REBELLIONS Colonial America -  The establishment and settlement of Colonial America led to many of the early Indian wars and some early rebellions. Political rivalries and military conflicts in Europe spilled across the Atlantic and into Colonial America. European laws were introduced to Colonial America and the lucrative income from the natural resources of Colonial America contributed to the wealth of England. The were early rebellions in Colonial America including the famous rebellion of Nathaniel Bacon (1675-l676), referred to as Bacon's Rebellion which resulted in the Declaration of the People. _Colonial America - Picture of George Washington during the French Indian Wars_ COLONIAL AMERICA - THE PROCLAMATION OF 1763 The Colonial America Time Period moved forward to see the end of the French and Indian War, victory for the British in Colonial America and the Proclamation of 1763 and the establishment of the controversial Proclamation Line along the Appalachian Mountains which safeguarded Indian lands and repaying the Native American Indians who helped the British during the war. COLONIAL AMERICA - KING PHILIP'S WAR Colonial America -  The King Philip's War (June 1675 to August 1676) was a bitter and bloody conflict between the Algonquian speaking Indian tribes and the English settlers of the New England colonies. More than half of New England's 90 towns were assaulted by Native Indians. King Philip's War ended in victory for the colonists almost one out of every twenty people in the region, both whites and Indians, are killed. Over 600 colonists and 3,000 Indians were killed during King Philip's War and Indian captives were sold into slavery in

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COLONIAL AMERICA - TAXES IMPOSED BY GREAT BRITAIN Colonial America -  The British colonists in Colonial America were becoming increasingly incensed by the demands made and taxes required by Great Britain. In 1764 the Sugar Act which was a Law passed by the British Parliament set a tax on sugar and molasses imported into the colonies. The Stamp Act of 1765 was a direct tax imposed by the British Parliament specifically on the colonies of British America. This act placed a stamp duty, or tax, on legal papers, newspapers, pamphlets, and even playing cards in Colonial America. Vehement opposition by the Colonies resulted in the repeal of the act in 1766. This was followed by in 1767 by the Townshend Acts which were a series of Laws passed by the British Parliament placing new duties, or taxes, glass, lead, paints, paper and tea imported by the colonists. The reaction from Colonial America was so intense that Great Britain eventually repealed all the taxes except the one on tea. Colonial America - The Sons of Liberty Colonial America -  In 1765 the Sons of Liberty was formed. The Sons of Liberty was an an organization (a secret society) formed by American Patriots who opposed British measures against the colonists, and agitated for resistance. The Sons of Liberty was initially formed to protest against the Stamp Act but the patriots continued to speak, write and demonstrate against British measures in Colonial America until the Declaration of Independence in 1776. COLONIAL AMERICA - THE BOSTON TEA PARTY Colonial America -  In 1773 the Tea Act was a Law passed by the British Parliament allowing the British East India Company to sell its low-cost tea directly to the colonies which undermined the colonial tea merchants. The anger regarding the Tea Act led to the infamous event called the Boston Tea Party.  The Boston Tea Party occurred on December 16 1774 when the Massachusetts patriots, dressed as Mohawk Indians, protested against the British Tea Act. Colonial America - The Speech of Patrick Henry Colonial America -  On March 23, 1775 Patrick Henry delivered his famous speech in St. John's Church in Richmond, Virginia. Those who heard the speech were motivated to take up the cry of "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death!". The famous speech helps to convince the Virginia House of Burgesses to pass a resolution delivering the Virginia troops to the Revolutionary War. _COLONIAL AMERICA - THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE_ Colonial America - The Declaration of Independence Colonial America -  The Declaration of Independence was made declaring the US to be independent of the British Crown. The Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776, by the congressional representatives of the Thirteen Colonies, including Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin who were instrumental in bring about major event in Colonial America.

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By the 1770's more than 2 million people lived and worked in Great Britain's 13 colonies of Colonial America.

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