Explore the critical differences between the Puritans and the Pilgrims, from their theological beliefs to their lasting impacts on early American history.
Tag: early American history
Did Jamestown’s Settlers Drink Themselves to Death?
Uncover how the Powhatan Confederacy’s siege and toxic drinking water pushed Jamestown to the brink during the devastating Starving Time of 1609-1610.
William Bradford – Biography, Plymouth Colony & Legacy
Discover the life and legacy of William Bradford, the legendary governor of Plymouth Colony who guided the Pilgrims through tragedy and drafted early American history.
When the Yellow Fever Outbreak of 1793 Sent the Wealthy Fleeing Philadelphia
Explore the history of the Yellow Fever Outbreak of 1793 in Philadelphia. Discover how the epidemic exposed societal divides and inspired heroic Black resistance.
7 Historical Figures Who Grew Up as Orphans
Discover how 7 famous historical orphans, from Alexander Hamilton to Marilyn Monroe, overcame childhood tragedy to shape global politics, art, and culture.
Whose Vision of America Won Out—Hamilton’s or Jefferson’s?
Explore the monumental historic clash between Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson. Discover how their competing visions forged the modern American nation.
Remembering the Boston Massacre
Explore the history of the Boston Massacre of 1770. Discover how a tense winter night on King Street fueled the fires of the American Revolutionary War.
5 Things You May Not Know About the Pilgrims
Discover the hidden historical realities of the Mayflower passengers, the Pilgrims, and the true origins of Plymouth Colony that textbooks often leave out.
Archaeologists Find New Clues to “Lost Colony” Mystery
Uncover the fresh archaeological evidence rewriting the history of Roanoke’s Lost Colony. Discover how Cape Creek and Site X shed light on this early American mystery.
6 Common Jobs in Colonial America
Discover the vital trades of colonial America, from printers to wigmakers, and see how these early professions shaped the economy and the American Revolution.
John Smith: Facts, Life & Pocahontas
Discover the true story of Captain John Smith, his leadership at Jamestown, the myth of Pocahontas, and how he saved the first English colony from collapse.
Why Pilgrims Arriving in America Resisted Bathing
Discover why the Mayflower Pilgrims resisted bathing, how their lack of hygiene shocked the Wampanoag, and the tragic consequences for early America.