Unit 1: Exploration and Colonization
The story of Unit 1 begins when European explorers sailed across the Atlantic Ocean and started settling lands in North and South America. Many explorers were motivated to go west in search of riches, fame, and to expand their country’s land, and to spread their religion. (GOLD, GLORY, AND GOD) Although they allowed for progress, they also ignited one of the world's largest genocides against the Native American civilizations.
The primary focus of this unit is on the colonists from England who established 13 colonies on the east coast of North America. Settling the colonies was not easy, but soon they began to learn how to use the land’s natural resources to make money. The land and climate were different in the Southern, Middle, and Northern colonies which meant the colonists had to adapt differently depending on where they settled.
Due to the fact the colonists were so far away from their home country, they had to learn to take care of themselves and over time they became used to governing themselves. The colonies soon established representative legislatures and institutions that would begin creating a unique American culture and a desire for full autonomy.
Credit: Brian Harrist, www.historyhub.us
The primary focus of this unit is on the colonists from England who established 13 colonies on the east coast of North America. Settling the colonies was not easy, but soon they began to learn how to use the land’s natural resources to make money. The land and climate were different in the Southern, Middle, and Northern colonies which meant the colonists had to adapt differently depending on where they settled.
Due to the fact the colonists were so far away from their home country, they had to learn to take care of themselves and over time they became used to governing themselves. The colonies soon established representative legislatures and institutions that would begin creating a unique American culture and a desire for full autonomy.
Credit: Brian Harrist, www.historyhub.us
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