Historical significance of the New England confederation?

Answer 1

The United Colonies of New England, commonly known as the New England Confederation, was a short-lived military alliance of the English colonies of Massachusetts, Plymouth,Connecticut, and New Haven. Established on May 19, 1643, its primary purpose was to unite the Puritan colonies in support of the church, and for defense against the Native Americansand the Dutch colonies. It was established as a direct result of a war that started between the Mohegan and Narragansetts. Its charter provided for the return of fugitive criminals and indentured servants, and served as a forum for resolving inter-colonial disputes. In practice, none of the goals were accomplished

Answer 2

The New England Confederation, formed in 1643, was a military alliance between four New England colonies: Massachusetts Bay, Plymouth, Connecticut, and New Haven. It was primarily created as a means of defense against Native American tribes and potential threats from other European powers. While it was short-lived and dissolved in 1684, the Confederation played a role in fostering a sense of regional unity among the New England colonies and served as a forerunner to the later formation of the United States.