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The Thirteen British Colonies

Explore the distinct characteristics of the Thirteen British Colonies, focusing on New England, the Middle Colonies, and the Southern Colonies. Discover New England's rocky soil, harsh winters, and economies based on shipbuilding and fishing. Learn about the fertile lands and agricultural productivity of the Middle Colonies, known for their grains and small-scale manufacturing. Delve into the Southern Colonies' warm climate, reliance on agriculture, and the social dynamics of large plantations and the use of slaves. Understand the diverse motivations and experiences that shaped these regions.

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The Thirteen British Colonies

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  1. The Thirteen British Colonies

  2. NEW ENGLAND

  3. NEW ENGLAND MASS., N.H., CONN, R.I. GEOGRAPHY: Rocky soil, harsh winters, many forests (bad for farming) ECONOMY: Shipbuilding, fishing, lumber, shipping subsistence farming OTHER: Many came for religious freedom but did not give it to others.

  4. THE MIDDLE COLONIES

  5. MIDDLE COLONIES NY, NJ, PA, DE GEOGRAPHY: fertile soil, mild winters (good for large farms) ECONOMY: grains, iron, small - scale manufacturing OTHER: NYC and Philadelphia became the largest cities in the colonies.

  6. SOUTHERN COLONIES

  7. SOUTHERN COLONIES MD, VA, NC, SC, GA GEOGRAPHY: fertile soil, warm climate, many rivers ECONOMY: relied entirely on agriculture tobacco, rice, indigo OTHER: Tidewater: large plantations, many slaves Backcountry: small farms, few slaves

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