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most colonies later states were named after kings or queens and prominate citizens eg; Louisiana after king louie,-- Georgia after king george --Pennsylvania after William penn ------others took names from where they lived before coming to America eg; New York---New Jersey
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∙ 15y agohe plaaned it so people would not have to go to jail for being in debt.
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∙ 13y agoJames Oglethorpe discovered Georgia for charity: the worthy poor, defense: as a buffer from la Florida, economy: mercantilism
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∙ 9y agoJames Oglethorpe was 36 years old when he founded Georgia.
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∙ 12y agoOglethorpe brought debtors and others who were in jail for petty crimes to Georgia to give them a second chance.
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∙ 15y agoGeorgia
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Who was the wealthy Englishman who established the colony of Georgia?
James Oglethorpe
Who was in charge of governing Georgia colony?
I'm not sure.
Which colony was founded for poor and unfortunate people?
Georgia is the colony founded for poor an unfortunate people. James Oglethorpe, had originally founded the colony so that people that were in debt can start over.
Who began the colony of Georgia?
Philipe Jugochoques began the colony of georgia with the help of others.
Why did James Oglethorpe found the Georgia colony?
to keep a refuge place for poor nice people
When did James Oglethorpe start his colony?
1783
Who set up a colony in America where debtors could make a fresh start?
james oglethorpe
James Oglethorpe was leader of what colony?
James Oglethorpe was the leader in the colony of Georgia.
For what reason did James Oglethorpe start Georgie?
To have a fresh start for a new colony.
Founder of Georgia?
The founder of the Georgia colony is James Oglethorpe. === ===
Who founded the Georgia Colony?
It was found by James Oglethorpe.
The man who started the colony in Georgia?
James Oglethorpe.
Who established the colony of Georgia?
James Oglethorpe
What are colony words that start with o?
James Oglethorpe was the founder of the colony of Georgia. His name begins with the letter O.
What colony was james oglethorpe in?
Georgia
What colony did James Oglethorpe outlaw slavery?
Georgia Colony
Why founded the colony of Georgia?
James Oglethorpe
