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The Pilgrims who lived in plymouth were persecuted because they didn't have the same religious views as the church of England. In Plymouth, they could worship as they pleased.

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How did people in Plymouth make a living?

the plymouth made living by planting crops , when the winter was over !!


Why were the puritans exiled from Europe?

The Puritans in large part self exiled themselves. Originally the Puritans inhabited England, the term applied to those who wished to "purify" the Church of England as they believed it to still have too much "Catholic" identity. They exiled themselves to the European continent when the Church of England began to exercise abusive powers over religious dissenters. In 1620 the Plymouth Company allowed the Puritans living in exile and in England to use their charter from the King of England. Many Puritans opted to make the voyage to the Americas in search of a chance at religious freedom and the creation of a "godly" community.


Why are people from Plymouth referred to as janners?

People from Plymouth are referred to as "Janners" due to a local dialect term that is believed to have originated from the phrase "Jan," which is a colloquial abbreviation of "January." The specific origins are somewhat unclear, but it is thought to be linked to the idea of people who are "January folk" or associated with the naval history of the area. Over time, the term has become a common nickname for those living in Plymouth, reflecting local pride and identity.


What was the governor of the Plymouth plantation and kept a detailed diary about their experiences?

The governor of the Plymouth Plantation was William Bradford, who played a crucial role in the establishment and governance of the colony. He served as governor for over 30 years and is known for his detailed diary, "Of Plymouth Plantation," which chronicles the experiences of the Pilgrims from their departure from England to the establishment and development of the colony. Bradford's writings provide valuable insights into the challenges faced by the settlers, their interactions with Native Americans, and their religious motivations.


When did the pilgrims arrive in America?

1620 AD when the Church of England took over and there was no more Roman Catholic Church.

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How did people in Plymouth make a living?

the plymouth made living by planting crops , when the winter was over !!


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The end of the middle ages was in the 15th century, Plymouth colony in North America was setted in 1620, over a hundred year alter. The cityof Plymouth in England existed in the middle ages.


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The Mayflower landed in Plymouth, England in 1620. There was a fairly steady stream of people from first England, and then from all over Europe, from then until the 1920's.


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Where did the colonial people come from?

The Plymouth Colony was located on the Atlantic coast just north of Cape Cod, in what is now called Plymouth, Massachusetts. It was later combined with the Massachusetts Bay Colony, centered near Boston, Massachusetts, to form the Colony of Massachusetts Bay and Plymouth Plantation.


What are the advantages of living in new England why should settlers choose new England over another colony?

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Are there Protestents in England?

Yes, of course. There are Protestants living all over the world. Many religions and churches have fallen by the wayside in England, leaving it harder to find a church to attend in England, but yes, Protestants do exist in England.


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The Celts did not conquer England; they were already living in the British Isles when the Romans invaded in AD 43. The Romans then ruled over England for several centuries.


Why were the puritans exiled from Europe?

The Puritans in large part self exiled themselves. Originally the Puritans inhabited England, the term applied to those who wished to "purify" the Church of England as they believed it to still have too much "Catholic" identity. They exiled themselves to the European continent when the Church of England began to exercise abusive powers over religious dissenters. In 1620 the Plymouth Company allowed the Puritans living in exile and in England to use their charter from the King of England. Many Puritans opted to make the voyage to the Americas in search of a chance at religious freedom and the creation of a "godly" community.


Were there Jews in Plymouth?

This depends on the relevant time and the relevant Plymouth, see the long list of different Plymouths.However, if the question refers to Plymouth in the Massachusetts Bay Colony, there were no Jews in Plymouth for over a century after that colony was founded.


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What kind of government did Plymouth?

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