jan 7, 1685 - James II takes the thrown, Dominion of New England est.

Description:

- James II is Catholic
- Consolidates the 5 New England Colonies, NY, and NJ into Dominion of New England
- No more rep. assemblies
- Ruled by military officer Andros
- Crackdown on Puritan power
- Increased taxes (paid direct. to monarch)
- Greater enforcement of Navigation acts
through est. of no-jury courts in Boston