An introduction to society, daily life, and culture of white colonists. Topics include social structure, life expectancy, medicine, and the lives of women.

Colonial Settlement Conclusion

Aug 1st, 2019 22m 7s

Describes and analyzes the settlement of the other 10 colonies in the future United States.

Settlement of Rhode Island

Jul 17th, 2019 18m 17s

A look at the establishment of RHode Island including how RI got its name, Native American communities, and the founding of Providence, Portsmouth, and Warwick.

English Settlement in New England Part 2

Jul 6th, 2019 16m 35s

Details about the social, religious, and political structure of the Massachusetts Bay Colony and events in England which affected its development.

English Settlement in New England Part 1

Jun 23rd, 2019 12m 25s

A discussion of the Plymouth colony including settlers religious beliefs, reasons for settlement, early hardship, and relationship with Native Americans

Early English Settlement in North America

Jun 17th, 2019 19m 38s

This episode provides a brief overview of early English settlement including Roanoke, Jamestown, interactions with Native Americans and indentured servants concluding with a pretty whiny primary source.

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