The settlers, primary from Europe, came seeking wealth, prosperity and freedom in a new land not currently saturated with familiar governments. The common claim is that they were "seeking religious freedom." Whether or not this mindset lasted any significant length of time is debatable.
They left England for America to be rid of religious discrimination.
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They wanted religious freedom, such as the Pilgrims coming over on the Mayflower.
How did the colonist react to the Glorious Revolution
Ben Franklin was on the colonist's side. (America's). In fact, he coaxed the French to come fight alongside America, and was part of the Committe of Five.
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A Colonist that was on the side of England were called loyalistsIf On the Side of America they were called Patriots
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The majority were English.