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Why did the Spanish colonists settled in America?
The Spanish came to America for gold to spread Christianity and escape religious persecution. Under the auspices of the Spanish crown, their explorers and conquistadors came to the New World to stake out territorial claims. This was the some of the same reasons the English, Dutch and French explorers came to the New World for.
Who came to America for religious freedom?
name of the french fort near st.augustine
French protestants of the 16th and 17th centuries?
Huguenots. Also the website at the bottom might help you.
Is America French?
No. America is American.
Was the French the first to bring slaves to America?
It is the British which did and then the French followed.
What was a common reason for English to immigrate to America but not a common reason for the French?
Escaping religious persecution
What was another name for French Protestants who came to Carolina for religious freedom?
HUGUENOTS
What French ruler sought religious toleration for Protestants?
When Napoleon was in absolute power in France, he gained religious tolerance for Protestants and Jews during his regime. France was a predominately Catholic nation.
Which french leader came to America for religious freedom?
Who was the French leader who came to America for religious freedom
What religions existed in 1633?
In Europe, they are Protestant and Catholic, with a few Jews as well. These period marks the persecution of many Huguenots (French Protestants) in France.
Was Champlain a Huguenot?
No, Samuel de Champlain was not a Huguenot. He was a Catholic and a loyal supporter of the French crown. While Huguenots were French Protestants who faced persecution during the Wars of Religion, Champlain's background and affiliations were aligned with the Catholic Church and the monarchy, which influenced his explorations and interactions in North America.
What has the author Gentleman of great quality written?
Gentleman of great quality. has written: 'The horrible persecution of the French Protestants in the province of Poitou' -- subject(s): Huguenots
What is the ethnic origin of the surname Flournoy?
Sounds French. Yeah. It's a French Hugenot name. Protestants who left in the 1700s due to get away from Catholic persecution. There was a prominent Flournoy family in North Florida.
What ethnic groups were immigrating to north America when the US was a new nation?
Hundreds of ethnic and religious groups comprise of the migrants to North America. The largest ethnic groups include German, British, Chinese, Indian, French, Russian, Japanese, South Korean, and Filipino. The largest religious groups include Catholics, Protestants, Muslims, non-religious, and Buddhists.
How did religious differences provoke violence and start wars in 16th century?
In the 16th century, religious differences led to violence and wars primarily due to conflicts between Catholics and Protestants. The Protestant Reformation challenged the authority of the Catholic Church, causing tension and persecution of religious minorities. This ultimately resulted in a series of wars, such as the French Wars of Religion and the Thirty Years' War, fueled by religious and political divisions.
Why did the Puritains come to America?
The first puritans came on the Mayflower in 1620, records show that only about 300 were there between 1620-1629. Their significant immigration began in 1630 and ended by 1641 with about 21,000 total immigrants.
What did Charles v's struggles with protestants in the holy roman empire have in common with french religious conflicts of the 16th century?
Both concluded with Protestants winning expanded rights in Catholic realms.
