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Some were transported,they had no other choice but death because they were ciminls. Others came because of poverty.

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Where are the Scots and Swiss from?

Would you be surprised to learn that the Scots and Swiss come from Scotland and Switzerland respectively ?


The Highland Scots of Darien and the Salzburgers fought against the malcontents who wished to?

The Highland Scots of Darien and the Salzburgers opposed the malcontents who sought to undermine the governance and societal structure in the Georgia colony. These malcontents were primarily disgruntled settlers who wanted to lift restrictions on land ownership and slavery, which they believed would improve their economic prospects. The Scots and Salzburgers, valuing their communal and moral principles, defended the colony's original regulations, leading to tensions within the settlement. Their resistance highlighted the broader conflicts between differing visions for the colony's future.


What ship brought the first Scottish immigrants?

The first significant group of Scottish immigrants to America arrived on the ship "The Welcome" in 1716. This vessel carried Highland Scots, fleeing economic hardships and political unrest, to the colonies. They settled primarily in areas like Pennsylvania, where they sought new opportunities and land. Their arrival marked the beginning of a notable Scottish presence in America.


When did the Scottish immigrants come to America?

Some Scottish immigrants to America were forced there as convicted prisoners, but most came seeking an opportunity for a better life, as did most other immigrants to America.


Three items that do not illustrate why the Scots-Irish immigrated to America?

Three items that do not illustrate why the Scots-Irish immigrated to America, is heavy taxes place upon them, war, not allowing them to ship certain products like diary and wool.

Related Questions

What policy did the highland Scots oppose?

Slavery


What policy did the highland Scots oppose to?

The mercantilism policy


Did highland Scots like lowland Scots?

Yes of course, but there was a little bit of rivalry between them.


What city in Georgia did the highland Scots settle in?

Darien, Georgia


Who was the group thet settled in darien in 1735?

Highland scots


Where are there highland games in New Zealand?

Two early Scots settlements in New Zealand, Waipu and Dunedin, still have high regard for the skills and strengths of the Highland Games.


What is the highland clearences?

The highland clearences were the evicting some scots from their homes and replacing them with sheep because the sheep brought a better yeild the tennants crops. CHEESE


What did the Highland Scots and Salzburgers have in common?

The Highland Scots and Salzburgers both sought refuge in colonial America due to religious and political persecution in their homelands. Both groups settled in Georgia during the 18th century, where they aimed to establish communities based on their cultural values and beliefs. Additionally, they contributed to the development of agriculture and trade in the region, emphasizing self-sufficiency and community cohesion. Their shared experiences of displacement fostered a sense of solidarity as they adapted to new environments.


Why were the Highland Scots MOST valued when they arrived in Georgia in 1736?

They came to Georgia as a means of protection for the colony from the spanish in Florida.


Do highland cows come from Italy?

highland cows do not come from Italy they are from Scotland but the red are from England and the black are scottish


Where do highland mangabey come from?

They come from Kipunji, East Africa!


What do highland cows eat?

Grass, but mostly Highland cattle eat things that cattle in America stay away from.