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'How did Massachusetts get its nickname old colony'?

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Massachusetts is a state in New England region of USA. It is often referred to as the 'Old Colony'. This name refers to the Plymouth Colony which comprised of most of the southeastern portion of the modern day Massachusetts and was established in 1620. It was the oldest colony in New England region.

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