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early English settlements
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The Hidden Story Behind Why Are the New England States Called New England
By the time the Mayflower Pilgrims arrived in 1620, the term "New England" had already taken root in London’s merchant circles. The region’s rugged coastline...
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Why Is New England Called New England? The Hidden Story Behind a Name
Yet the question why is New England called New England isn’t just about etymology—it’s about power. The term was weaponized by the Virginia Company to stake a...