English Colony Collection

Pilgrims ship Mayflower at sea, 1620
The " Mayflower" bringing the first colonists to Massachusetts, 1620. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mayflower passengers landing at Plymouth, 1620
Pilgrim landing party from the " Mayflower" in Plymouth harbor, 1620. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Court record of testimony at the Salem witch trials, 1692
Record of Titubas testimony at the Salem witchcraft trials, 1690s. Halftone reproduction with a watercolor wash

Mayflower passengers landing at Plymouth Rock, 1620
John Alden and Mary Chilton landing at Plymouth from the Mayflower, December 1620. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Map of Bermuda (colour engraving)
XCF285171 Map of Bermuda (colour engraving) by English School; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Colonial family banished from Puritan Massachusetts, 1600s
Punishing heretics by exiling them from Massachusetts Bay Colony, 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

East Jersey and West Jersey
Map of colonial East and West Jersey, late 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Carolina colonist refusing to pay taxes, 1700s
Tax-collector beaten off by an angry Carolina colonist. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Darley illustration

Colonial capitol at Williamsburg, Virginia
The old colonial capitol at Williamsburg, Virginia, 1700s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Virginia and Maryland settled in 1738
Portions of Maryland and Virginia settled in 1738. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of a document

Massachusetts Bay Colony seal
Insignia of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction

Testimony at the Salem witchcraft trials, 1690s
Trial of a suspected witch at Salem, Massachusetts Bay Colony, 1692. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Plymouth colonists in church, 1620s
Pilgrims holding worship service at Plymouth, Massachusetts, 1620s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Bacons Rebellion in Jamestown, 1676
Nathaniel Bacon confronting Governor Berkeley, Virginia, 1676. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Colonists arrival at Jamestown, Virginia, 1607
First settlers building Jamestown, Virginia Colony, 1607. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

New York City map, 1767
Map of New York City in 1767. Hand-colored woodcut of an 18th-century illustration

Chief Massasoit pledges friendship with Plymouth Pilgrims
Peace treaty between Chief Massasoit and Plymouth colonists, 1621. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Native American seeing the Mayflower arrive
Native American seeing the arrival of the Pilgrims in Massachusetts, 1620. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustratioin

Plymouth Colony in 1622
The tiny settlement of Pilgrims at Plymouth by 1622. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Colonial house at Charles Towne Landing, South Carolina
Reconstructed colonial home at Charles Towne Landing Historic Site, South Carolina. Digital photograph

Colonial sawmill, Virginia, 1600s
Water-powered sawmill used in Jamestown Colony before 1650. Hand-colored woodcut from " Virginia Truly Valued" by Edward Williams, 1650

Cradle of Pilgrim child born on the Mayflower
Cradle of Peregrine White, born on the " Mayflower" in Cape Cod Bay, 1620. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration of the artifact

Colonial New York harbor, 1667
New York City after its surrender by the Dutch, 1667. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 17th-century illustration

Life in Boston, Massachusetts, 1660s
Colonial seaport of Boston, Massachusetts Bay Colony, in the 1660s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

South Carolina colonists planting crops
Settlers planting crops in South Carolina during colonial days. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Gift of meat from Native Americans to Plymouth colonists
Native Americans bringing a deer to New England colonists, 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

View of the Siege of Gibraltar in 1704 (w / c on paper)
CHT176885 View of the Siege of Gibraltar in 1704 (w/c on paper) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

A Street in Hong Kong (albumen print)
ALI200018 A Street in Hong Kong (albumen print) by Italian School, (19th century); Museo di Storia della Fotografia Fratelli Alinari, Florence; Alinari

View of the Rock and Town of Gibraltar during the Siege of 1779 (coloured engraving)
CHT176887 View of the Rock and Town of Gibraltar during the Siege of 1779 (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Settlement at Boston, 1630s
Windmill overlooking the first houses at Boston, Massachusetts Bay Colony, 1630s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Plymouth colonists going to church
Pilgrims going to worship at the first church in New England. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

First colonists of Boston, Massachusetts, 1630s
Puritan settlers arriving in Boston, Massachusetts Bay Colony, 1630s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Puritans church in Boston, 1630s
First meeting-house in Boston, Massachusetts Bay Colony, 1630s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

John Hancocks home in Boston, 1700s
Horse-drawn carriage in front of John Hancocks mansion on Beacon Hill, Boston, 1700s. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Plymouth Colony seal
First seal of Plymouth Colony. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

Colonial farm in Germantown, Pennsylvania
Shoemakers farm in Germantown, Pennsylvania, early 1700s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Charleston, South Carolina, 1700s
Port of Charleston, South Carolina, before the American Revolution. Hand-colored 19th-century halftone reproduction of an illustration

Charleston, South Carolina, 1780
Seaport of Charleston, South Carolina, during the American Revolution. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

Jamestown colonists building homes, 1607
Colonists building Jamestown in Virginia, 1607. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Bacons Rebellion in colonial Virginia
Nathaniel Bacon confronting Governor Berkeley in Jamestown, 1676. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Jamestown settlement in 1622
Virginia colonists firing on canoes from Jamestown fort, 1622. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Lord De La Warre welcomed in Jamestown, 1610
Arrival of Lord De La Warre to restore order in Virginia Colony, 1610. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Life in colonial Jamestown
Colonists on an old Jamestown street, Virginia Colony, 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Jamestown colonist building homes
Virginia colonists beginning to build Jamestown, 1608. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Replicas of colonial Jamestown ships
Reconstructed ships that brought the first colonists to Jamestown, Virginia. Digital photograph

Praying over a suspected witch in Salem, 1690s
Reverend Cotton Mather attempting to save a soul from witchcraft by prayer, Salem, Massachusetts, 1690s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Darley illustration

Pilgrims at Sunday worship, Plymouth Colony
Church service at Plymouth, Massachusetts, 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustratioin

Lenape wampum in honor of Penns treaty
Wampum received by William Penn in commemeration of his treaty with Native Americans in Pennsylvania. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of the artifact

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"Exploring the English Colony: A Journey through History" Embark on a captivating voyage as we delve into the remarkable story of the English colony. Step aboard the Mayflower ship, sailing across treacherous seas in 1620, carrying brave Pilgrims seeking religious freedom. Witness their momentous landing at Plymouth Rock, where they laid the foundation for a new beginning. Travel further back in time to witness the Salem witch trials of 1692 unfold before your eyes. Court records reveal gripping testimonies that shed light on this dark chapter in colonial history. Uncover tales of fear and suspicion that gripped communities during this tumultuous period. Marvel at a vividly colored engraving showcasing Bermuda's beauty—a testament to England's exploration and colonization efforts beyond its shores. Discover how families were banished from Puritan Massachusetts in the 1600s, highlighting both social tensions and individual resilience. Learn about East Jersey and West Jersey—two distinct regions shaped by diverse settlers who left an indelible mark on America's cultural fabric. Observe Carolina colonists refusing to pay taxes during the 1700s—a precursor to revolutionary sentiments brewing within these colonies. Immerse yourself in Williamsburg, Virginia—the colonial capital pulsating with life and political intrigue—an embodiment of British influence shaping early American governance. Traverse through time as Virginia and Maryland are settled in 1738, laying down roots that would grow into vibrant states. Gaze upon Massachusetts Bay Colony seal—a symbol of unity amidst adversity—representing aspirations for self-governance while cherishing shared values. Revisit chilling testimony from Salem witchcraft trials during the late 1600s—an eerie reminder of humanity's capacity for hysteria and injustice. Join us on this enthralling journey through centuries past as we unravel stories etched within history books—the triumphs, struggles, conflicts, and triumphs again—that have shaped our understanding of what it means to be part of the English colony.