Download presentation
Presentation is loading. Please wait.
Published byRalph Spencer Modified over 8 years ago
1
Massachusetts Bay Colony By: Sophie, Aleaha, and Patrick
2
In 1630 England founded the Massachusetts Bay Colony. This is now known as Boston, Massachusetts. What Country Founded your Colony? Thanks. to www.cenargo-world.co
3
Was the colony successful? The colony was successful because it started with only a few thousand and grew to be what is now the city of Boston. Massachusetts became the 6th state to ratify the constitution.
4
Who was the leader? John Winthrop became leader in 1630. When he arrived,a colony of Puritans was already there. Thanks to Teachpol.tcnj.edu.
5
How did they get along with the Indians? The Puritans mistrusted the Indians. They brought soldiers with them for protection. In 1637, they went to war with the Pequots. www.raidotheatre,org
6
What happened to this colony? Massachusetts was a New England colony. It started as a corporate colony. After a while it became royal in 1691. Thanks Patrick for the wonderful Pictures
7
5 Facts The Boston Tea Party happened in Boston Harbor. Quakers began coming to Massachusetts in 1656. Boston Massachusetts is known as America’s walking city Thanks to www. Loc.gov/exhibits/british/brit
8
5 Facts Over the next 2 centuries Boston developed as a center for Puritan’s life. By 1950, fishing and farming had declined in Massachusetts. www.monoliatodaywww.monoliatoday and www.aimforseva.org
9
Thanks for watching our show!
Similar presentations
© 2025 SlidePlayer.com. Inc.
All rights reserved.