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Georgia Colony
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Which English colony was established to be a refuge for English debtors?
Georgia
Who was the wealthy englishman that established the colony of Georgia as a haven for debtors?
james oglesthrope
Why was the colony of Georgia estabilshed?
It was established because James Oglethorpe wanted to establish a colony where the poor could build better lives; and it was also a debtors colony
Where did Georgia come from?
Georgia's colonists came from England. In 1732, James Oglethorpe established this colony as a refuge for English debtors. The colony was named for King George II.
Which colony was established as a refuge for debtors and criminals?
When the original proprietor returned the land that would become Georgia to England, it became available to others. A philanthropist named James Oglethorpe received the grant and established Georgia as a refuge for former convicts and debtors.
What is another name for debtors colony?
Georgia colony
What is the religious group settled in the Georgia colony?
Georgia colony was established to give a safe haven to debtors, but also became a haven of many persecuted religious groups and. All religions were welcome there, although the primary religion was Anglican.
What southern state was settled by debtors?
Georgia was originally settled as a debtors' colony.
What colony did debtors found?
Georgia
Which colony had welcomed debtors?
goergia
What colony did English debtors found when they came to America?
The colony founded in America was called The Province of Georgia or Georgia Colony. It was considered a place where debtors could be safe.
Who found geogia?
Georgia was founded in 1732 by James Oglethorpe, an Englishman who established the colony as a place for debtors and the poor to start anew. The name "Georgia" was chosen in honor of King George II of England.
