Beginnings of New York
Why was New York founded?
Money
What was the main crop they grew?
Tobacco
What did the New York government start off as?
Who was New York founded by?
What were New York's natural resources?
Coal, Forestry, Iron, Furs
Who took over New York and became a Proprietary Colony?
The British
When was New York founded?
1664
New York was a...
Global Hub
Who was the first governor of New York?
Thomas Willett
Why did people come to New York?
Religious Freedom
What were some common jobs in New York?
Carpenters, Sailors, Farmers, Ship Builders
When did they receive a Royal Charter?
1686
What Region Was New York Founded In?
New England
What was New York largely dependent on?
Trade with the inhabitants of the country
Why did the New York stop using a Charter?
Tried to kick out Charter Communications