1630s

Definition

The 1630s refer to the decade between 1630 and 1639. It was a significant period in American history as it marked the establishment of various English colonies, including the Massachusetts Bay Colony, and the arrival of numerous settlers seeking religious freedom.

Related terms

Colonization: The process of establishing settlements or colonies by a group or nation in an area outside their own territory.

Settlers: Individuals who migrate to and establish permanent residence in a new place.

New World: A term used to refer to North and South America during the time of European colonization.