Answers.com > Wiki Answers > Categories > History, Politics & Society > History > US History > What colony was founded in the 1630's?

What colony was founded in the 1630's?

In: US History, Colonial America, Massachusetts [Edit categories]

Answer:

On June 12, 1629, the flagship of the Massachusetts Bay Company arrived in Salem to officially found the new colony. The company was founded by English Puritans, most of whom were educated and wealthy. A fleet of eleven ships brought hundreds of settlers to Salem. John Winthrop became the first governor of the colony.

First answer by Taoman1. Last edit by Benessex9. Contributor trust: 0 [recommend contributor ]. Question popularity: 2 [recommend question].

[report abuse]

Can you answer these US History questions?

	What was the punishment of treason?	Answer it!
	Why are Vietnam commodities important?	Answer it!
	How did the soviet union rebuild itself following World War 2?	Answer it!
	What was the importance of the Wilderness Road?	Answer it!
	What occupations were in the southern colonies?	Answer it!