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Delaware is not a Native American name. Exploring the Atlantic coast north of Jamestown in 1610, Captain Samuel Argall discovered a large bay which he named in honor of Sir Thomas West, Third Lord de la Warr and the first governor of the Virginia.

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What was the name of the colony that is now Delaware?

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What is the Delaware colony full name?

The full name of the Delaware colony is the "Colony of Delaware." It was one of the original Thirteen Colonies established in North America and was originally part of the Pennsylvania colony before becoming its own entity in the 1700s. Delaware is notable for being the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution in 1787.


Delaware was what number colony?

Delaware Colony was the second Colony formed in the Americas. Delaware was settled by Peter Minuit in 1638. Delaware Colony was rich in agricultural land.


Was the colony Delaware the 1 or 2 colony formed?

The colony of Delaware was the 2st colony formed!


On what date was the colony of Delaware established?

The colony of Delaware was founded in 1638. The colony of Delaware was originally a region in the Pennsylvania province.


When did Delaware Colony end?

Delaware Colony ended in 1776.


Is the Delaware Colony in Delaware?

Yes, it was in Delaware.


What is Delaware's colony?

yes Delaware is a colony region in the middle colonies.


Was Delaware a colony or a territory?

It was a Colony.


Problems in the Delaware colony?

What were some disadvantages of delaware as a colony


Who was Delaware colony named after?

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What was the name of the Pennsylvania colony that was separate?

The name of the separate Pennsylvania colony was Delaware. Originally part of the Pennsylvania colony, Delaware became its own distinct colony in 1704 due to its unique geographical and cultural differences. It was established as a separate entity primarily to address local governance and representation issues, leading to its eventual designation as a separate colony in the 18th century.