Category: Colonial Era

Salem Witch Trials: Primary Sources

The primary sources of the Salem Witch Trials offer a wealth of information on these infamous trials. These sources include official court records as well as several books, diaries and… Read more »

Trial of George Jacobs of Salem for Witchcraft, painting by Tompkins Harrison Matteson, circa 1855

What Caused the Salem Witch Trials?

The exact cause of the Salem Witch Trials has long remained a mystery. Like many historical events, figuring out what happened is one thing but trying to figure out why… Read more »

Who Fought in the French and Indian War?

The French and Indian War was a conflict between Great Britain and France and their Indian allies over land and trade rights in North America during the 18th century. Both… Read more »

Chronological Summary of the French and Indian Wars, published in A Pictorial School History of the United States, circa 1877

French and Indian War Timeline

The French and Indian War was a war between Great Britain and France over control of the Ohio River Valley during the mid 18th century. The French and Indian War,… Read more »

Map of the scene of operations of the French and Indian War, published in Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History, circa 1905

History of the French and Indian War

The French and Indian War, which took place between 1754-1763, was a conflict between Great Britain and France over control of the Ohio River Valley. The French and Indian War… Read more »