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First of all, the colonies were the birthplace of American democracy. It is impossible to list all of the important events that took place during the colonial period in America, but here are a few:

1607-Colony of Jamestown founded by the Virginia Company. This is the first successful English settlement in North America.


1619-Virginia's House of Burgesses Established. This is the first parliament-like body in the colonies.


1620-The Pilgrims land on Plymouth Rock.


1676-Bacon's Rebellion in Virginia.


1692-Salem Witch Trials.


1734-Jonathan Edwards begins Great Awakening.


1776-Declaration of Independence.

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