Historical Events tagged with "transatlantic"
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First African American Immigrants Travel to Liberia
Eighty-six African American individuals, sponsored by the American Colonization Society, departed from New York for Liberia, aiming to establish a new settlement in West Africa. This journey was part of a larger movement that sought to relocate free blacks and those formerly enslaved, promoting the idea that they could not find true freedom and opportunity in the United States. The group faced significant challenges ahead, including adapting to an unfamiliar environment and integrating into the local landscape.
Continue ReadingThe Mayflower's Return Voyage to England
The Mayflower departed Plymouth, Massachusetts, for England after a successful journey that carried the Pilgrims to the New World. The ship, having spent several months in the Plymouth Colony, was now returning with a small number of passengers, including some of the remaining Pilgrims who were eager to return home as well as a cargo of goods. The voyage marked a significant moment in the early history of the colonies, emphasizing the ongoing connections between England and the New World.
Continue ReadingSpeedwell Departs Delfshaven for America
The Speedwell, a ship carrying English pilgrims, departed from Delfshaven, Netherlands, to embark on a journey to America via England. The group consisted largely of Separatists seeking religious freedom. Their goal was to establish a colony where they could worship freely. Leaving on this date marked the beginning of an important migration that would shape American history.
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