Was sugarcane grown in Colonial America? - History Forum
Feb 17, 2018 · For North America, the only information I have been able to find suggests that sugarcane was only ever grown in Louisiana during the 19th Century where it was introduced by refugees from Haiti. I haven’t been able to find information on sugarcane being grown in Colonial America. If it was I would imagine that it was probably grown in South ...
Why did Britain not simply give the American colonies …
Feb 11, 2012 · 2. Given the vast size of the American colonies, a population explosion could cause colonial representation to dwarf the representation of the mother country. For example, the American population at the outbreak of the Revolutionary War was just under 3 million. The population of Great Britain in 1750 (closest year I could find) was about 6.5 ...
Romance in the 1700s. - History Forum
Feb 27, 2022 · I found some more specific information about marriage in America in 'Puritans at Play, Leisure and Recreation in Colonial New england' by Bruce C. Daniels. He says: "First marriages usually took place between young adults in their mid-twenties and late twenties and were preceded by discussions and agreements between the parents of the couple.
Recommend me a book on Colonial America | History Forum
Sep 18, 2011 · Indiana. I have the same problem researching Colonial America. Although dated I found the first few volumes of Elroy McKendree Avery A History of the United States and Its People most helpful. I'm looking for a broad overview of the English Colonies of America. Jamestown and ending with the American Revolution preferably but whatever is good.
Were there indentured servants or slaves from India in colonial …
Cornwall. Dec 16, 2015. #6. shivfan said: Most indentured servants from India found their way to Trinidad and Guyana in the late nineteenth century, to fill a labour void after Emancipation in the British colonies in 1833.... Whilst looking for something else I came across this, to back up your post: "A decade after slavery was abolished in ...
The Rich Tapestry of Philippine History: From Pre-Colonial Cultures …
Apr 6, 2023 · From pre-colonial indigenous cultures to Spanish, American, and Japanese colonization, the Philippines has a diverse and multifaceted past that has shaped its present-day identity. Pre-Colonial Era (Before 1521) The history of the Philippines dates back to prehistoric times, with evidence of human habitation as early as 67,000 years ago.
Was the colonization of the Americas inevitable? - History Forum
May 26, 2024. #2. Point 2. could be changed if the Vikings stayed longer in America and infected the Natives with Old World diseases. Then by the time of Columbus' arrival they would have acquired greater natural immunity to smallpox and other Old World diseases. sparky, zincwarrior, Oldandeasilycofused and 2 others.
Bathrooms in Colonial Era New England? - History Forum
Mar 7, 2011 · As Carlisle Blues also illustrated, the very picture of colonial society changes when you take into account the vast differences in hygiene and waste management. Bath tubs were often made of cooperage though, such as a half barrel or the like. Modesty during the period would have you take a bath indoors, but only infrequently and as 'needed'.
Was the United States industrialized in 1820? What about 1790?
Oct 6, 2024 · The thing to recall about colonial North America was that the Industrial Revolution was brand new, there is some debate as to when it started but 1750 is often used as a good proxy, which would make it barely a quarter of a century old when 13 of the North American colonies got a bit tetchy with Parliament.
Narrowed down poll. Pick your favorite ancient …
Discussion Starter. Sep 23, 2014. #1. This is another poll from me about your favorite civilization. Again, pick the one you would want to live in and visit the most. Think more about the good and fascinating things about each civilization, instead of the horrible parts. This is for a project for school and is very important.