Religion and the Massachusetts Bay Colony
Founded in the early 17th century, the Massachusetts Bay Colony had a predominately Puritan population who governed from the basis of their … read more
Founded in the early 17th century, the Massachusetts Bay Colony had a predominately Puritan population who governed from the basis of their beliefs. Richard Pickering of Plimoth Plantation gave the history of this New England settlement and the tumultuous period when Quaker missionaries arrived. The Nantucket Historical Association hosted this talk and provided the video. close
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