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The Pilgrims sought religious freedom from the Church of England, prompting their migration to America. The Puritans, on the other hand, sought to create a society based on their strict religious beliefs and did not necessarily support freedom of religion for other groups.
Many of the first Americans that arrived from England sought religious freedom.
The group that sought religious freedom in Maryland were the Catholics, led by Lord Baltimore.
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The Puritans were seeking religious freedom.
The Puritans sought religious freedom.
Protestants sought religious freedom.
The Pilgrims and the Puritans came to America to escape religious persecution in England. These groups sought religious freedom and the ability to practice their beliefs without interference.
In 1664, the Maryland assembly passed the Toleration Act, which allowed religious freedom in the colony to all Christians.
Religious freedom was a key motivation for many colonial settlements in America, particularly in regions like New England and Pennsylvania. The Puritans sought to create a society based on their interpretation of Christianity, while Quakers in Pennsylvania aimed to establish a haven for religious tolerance. Both groups faced persecution in Europe and sought to practice their faith freely, leading to the establishment of communities that emphasized religious liberty as a foundational principle. This pursuit of religious freedom significantly shaped the cultural and social landscape of early American colonies.