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Seal of the Dominion of New England

What Was the Dominion of New England?

The Dominion of New England was a merging of British colonies in New England in the 17th century. The Dominion was formed in 1686 and merged the colonies of Connecticut,… Read more »

Colonial Era   
What Was the New England Confederation?

What Was the New England Confederation?

The New England Confederation was a military alliance between the New England colonies of Plymouth, Connecticut, New Haven, and Massachusetts Bay in the 17th century. The alliance was formed in… Read more »

Colonial Era   
Mary Easty, Memorial Marker, Salem Witch Trials Memorial, Salem Mass, November 2015. Photo Credit: Rebecca Brooks

The Witchcraft Trial of Mary Easty

Mary Towne Easty, wife of a wealthy Topsfield farmer, was accused of witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials of 1692. She was also the sister of fellow accused witches Rebecca… Read more »

Colonial Era   
A Patriotic Young Woman, illustration, published in Our Country, circa 1877

The Daughters of Liberty: Who Were They and What Did They Do?

The Daughters of Liberty was a group of political dissidents that formed in the North American British colonies during the early days of the American Revolution. The following are some… Read more »

Revolutionary Era   
How Did Massachusetts Get Its Name?

How Did Massachusetts Get Its Name?

Many people often wonder where the name Massachusetts came from. The answer is the state of Massachusetts was named after the Massachusetts Indian tribe that lived in the Great Blue… Read more »

Colonial Era   

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