Pilgrims Timeline - Ariana Jackson by AJackson 52060

Pilgrims Leaving England for Holland -(1608)

ajackson52060 — 2024-10-29 13:17:02 UTC

The Pilgrims left England for Holland because they wanted to practice their religion freely. In England, they faced persecution for their beliefs, so they moved to Holland where there was more religious tolerance.

Pilgrims Leaving England for North America - (September 6, 1620)

ajackson52060 — 2024-10-29 13:20:36 UTC

The Pilgrims left England for North America to find a place where they could practice their religion freely and create a new community without persecution. They hoped to find more opportunities and a better life in the New World.

Mayflower Arrived in Cape Cod - (November 11, 1620)

ajackson52060 — 2024-10-29 13:21:35 UTC

The Mayflower arrived in Cape Cod because the Pilgrims were aiming for Virginia but got off course. They ended up landing in Cape Cod instead and decided to settle there.

Mayflower Compact - (November 11, 1620)

ajackson52060 — 2024-10-29 13:22:29 UTC

The Mayflower Compact was an agreement made by the Pilgrims on the Mayflower to create fair laws and work together to govern themselves in their new settlement. It was one of the first steps towards self-government in America.

First Thanksgiving - (1621)

ajackson52060 — 2024-10-29 13:23:21 UTC

The first Thanksgiving was a feast held in 1621 by the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag Native Americans. They came together to celebrate a successful harvest and to give thanks for their survival and cooperation.

King Philip's War - (June 20, 1675)

ajackson52060 — 2024-10-29 13:24:19 UTC

King Philip's War was a conflict between Native American tribes and English settlers in New England from 1675 to 1678. It started because of tensions over land and resources. The war was very destructive and resulted in many deaths on both sides.

Founding of Pennsylvania - (1681)

ajackson52060 — 2024-10-29 13:26:13 UTC

The founding of Pennsylvania happened in 1681 when King Charles II of England gave land to William Penn. Penn wanted to create a place where people could have religious freedom and live peacefully. This new colony was named Pennsylvania, which means "Penn's Woods."

Salem Witch Trials - (February 1692)

ajackson52060 — 2024-10-29 13:27:09 UTC

The Salem witch trials were a series of events in 1692 in Salem, Massachusetts, where people were accused of being witches. Many were put on trial, and some were executed. It was a time of year and hysteria, and many innocent people were harmed.

The Great Awakening - (1730s-1740s)

ajackson52060 — 2024-10-29 13:28:19 UTC

The Great Awakening was a series of religious revivals in the American colonies during the 1730s and 1740s. Preachers traveled around, giving passionate sermons that inspired many people to renew their faith and become more religious. It had a big impact on American society and religion.

The French and Indian War - (May 28, 1754)

ajackson52060 — 2024-10-29 15:18:38 UTC

The French and Indian War was a conflict between the British and the French from 1754 to 1763 in North America. Both sides had Native American allies. They fought over control of land and resources. The British won, and it set the stage for the American Revolution.