The sperm from the sperm whale was used to lubricate machinery like the machinery found in paper printing companies.
FIshing and whaling became important industries.
Connecticut was an important shipbuilding and whaling state.
the new England colonies were for fishing and whaling.
Timber, Fishing, and Whaling
Fishing, whaling, and subsistence farming
Fishing, whaling, and subsistence farming
Whaling was primarily associated with the New England colonies, particularly Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. These areas had access to rich coastal waters and abundant whale populations, making them ideal for whaling activities. Towns like New Bedford and Nantucket in Massachusetts became important centers for the whaling industry during the 18th and 19th centuries. The industry contributed significantly to the economy and culture of these colonies.
southern colonies: farmers , etc.New England colonies: not much farming, whaling and doctors though.middle colonies: they were known as "bread basket" because of rich soil., so farming. Also fur traders.
whaling
Fishing, whaling, and subsistence farming
fish,shipbuiling,timber,whaling oil
Fishing, ship building, and the slave trade