dec 1, 1630 - Puritans established the Massachusetts Bay Colony

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[1630]

"Great Migration of Puritans"
"City Upon a Hill"
- The colony would remain as an example for the rest of the world

Settlers:
- Wealthy & well-educated
- Communities were built around a church
No religious toleration

Congregational Church
- Membership needed in order to vote
- Clergy were selected by people

Blue Laws: laws to enforce moral codes

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