Colonist Collection (page 11)

Edward Winslow, English Puritan American colonist, 17th century (c1880). Winslow (1595-1655) was one of the Pilgrim Fathers who arrived aboard the Mayflower in 1620 to establish the colony of New

Edward Winslows visit to Massasoit, 17th century (c1880). Winslow (1595-1655) was one of the Pilgrim Fathers who arrived aboard the Mayflower in 1620 to establish the colony of New Plymouth in

Reception of a Narragansett warrior by John Winthrop, Massachusetts, c1630s (c1880). Artist: Whymper
Reception of a Narragansett warrior by John Winthrop, Massachusetts, c1630s (c1880). Winthrop was the leader of a group of Puritan settlers that established the Massachusetts Bay Colony on the coast

John Winthrop, English Puritan settler in America, 17th century (c1880). Winthrop (1587-1649) led a group of Puritan settlers to Massachusetts in 1629

Pilgrim Fathers around a watch-fire, c1620 (c1880). Fleeing religious persecution in England, the Pilgrim Fathers established the second successful colony in North America

Captain John Smith taken prisoner by the Indians, Virgina, 1607 (c1880). John Smith, a member of the Jamestown colony in Virginia, was captured by Native Americans and brought before their chief

Pocahontas saves Captain Smiths life, 1607 (c1880). John Smith, a member of the Jamestown colony in Virginia, after being captured by Native Americans and brought before their chief, Powhatan

Arthur Phillip, British Admiral and colonial governor, (1886). Artist: W Macleod
Arthur Phillip, British Admiral and colonial governor, (1886). Phillip (1738-1814) was appointed Governor of New South Wales, the first European colony on the Australian continent

A band of exiles moor d their bark on the wild New England shore, 1620, (1905). Artist: As Forrest
A band of exiles moor d their bark on the wild New England shore, 1620, (1905). The Puritans land on Plymouth Rock to found the first Quaker colony in America

William Penn, 19th century. Artist: John Sartain
William Penn, 19th century. William Penn, English member of the Society of Friends, popularly known as Quakers. Penn (1644-1718)

William Penn, after 1666, (19th century). Artist: John Sartain
William Penn, after 1666, (19th century). William Penn (1644-1718), English member of the Society of Friends, popularly known as Quakers who established the colony of Pennsylvania

William Penn, English member of the Society of Friends, popularly known as Quakers, 1920. Penn (1644-1718) established the colony of Pennsylvania and the city of Philadelphia in America

The Pilgrim fathers after arriving in America, 1620 (c1900). Pilgrim Fathers advancing into the American interior after crossing from Europe in the Mayflower. Colour-printed lithograph c1900

William Penn with Native Americans, English Quaker colonist, 1830
William Penn (1644-1718), English Quaker colonist, treating with Native Americans on site of what is now Philadelphia, 1830. Woodcut

William Penn, English Quaker colonist, treating with Native North Americans, 1682 (1771-1772). Artist: Benjamin West
William Penn, English Quaker colonist, treating with Native North Americans on the site of the city of Philadelphia, 1682 (1771-1772)

Colonists and Convicts 1864. Artist: John Tenniel
Colonists and Convicts, 1864. Australian Colonist says: Now, Mr. Bull! Don t shoot any more of your Rubbish here, or I shall Quarrel

Africa. French colonialism. Signing a treaty with the chief
History of Africa. French colonialism. 19th century. Signing a treaty with the chief of the tribe Tamiso. Colored engraving

FRONTIER TRADING POST, 1785. A Native American trading fur for guns at a frontier trading post, 1785. Drawing by C.W. Jefferys

THE BOSTONIANS IN DISTRESS. A British cartoon sympathizing with Bostons plight following the closing of its port by British parliament in 1774

CANADA: FRENCH TRADERS. Native Americans trading with the French in eastern Canada, early 17th century. Drawing by C.W. Jefferys

SALEM WITCH TRIALS, 1692. The trial of a witch at the First Church of Salem, Massachusetts, in 1692. Etching, American, late 19th century

WITCH TRIAL. Trial at Salem, Massachusetts, in 1692. Lithograph by George H. Walker, 1892

Colonel William Prescott in the redoubt on Breeds Hill during the Battle of Bunker Hill, 17 June 1775
BATTLE OF BUNKER HILL, 1775. Colonel William Prescott in the redoubt on Breeds Hill during the Battle of Bunker Hill, 17 June 1775. Line engraving, 19th century

Boston Tea Party, December 16, 1773. Lithograph, 1846, by Nathaniel Currier
BOSTON TEA PARTY, 1773. Boston Tea Party, December 16, 1773. Lithograph, 1846, by Nathaniel Currier

NEW ENGLAND: ACTIVITIES. Employments for gentlemen in New England. Line engraving, 1618, by Johann Theodore de Bry

WILLIAMS RETURN, 1644. Roger Williams (1603?-1683) greeted by settlers on the Seekonk River in the autumn of 1644 upon his return from England with the charter for Providence Plantations

COLONIAL FLOGGING, c1633. The flogging of Adam Roelandsen, the first schoolmaster at Fort Amsterdam (later New Amsterdam), c1633. Line engraving, American, 19th century

SABBATH BREAKERS, 1671. Puritan boys playing football on a Sunday are drowned in an instance of divine retribution. Engraving from Divine Examples of Gods Severe Judgements upon Sabbath-Breakers, 1671

COLONIAL PILLORY. The Pillory as used for punishment in colonial America. Wood engraving, 19th century

PILGRIM, 17th CENTURY. Drawing of a pilgrim

COLONIAL SCHOOLHOUSE. Interior of an 18th century colonial American one-room schoolhouse: drawing, 1876

Spanish colonial days in St. Augustine, Florida
Life in Saint Augustine, Florida, when part of New Spain. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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

Mayflower arrives at Plymouth, 1620
The " Mayflower" anchored in Plymouth Bay, 1620. 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

Colonial trading post at St. Marys City, Maryland
St. Mary s, a trading post and settlement in Maryland, 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Colonial trading post on Kent Island, Maryland
William Claibornes trading post on Kent Island in Chesapeake Bay, 1631. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Founding of Baltimore, Maryland
Colonial surveyors laying out Baltimore Town, January 12, 1730. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration by F.B. Mayer

Philadelphias Old State House, 1700s
Old State House, later called Independence Hall, Philadelphia, 1700s. Hand-colored engraving

Colonial dispute in Rhode Island, 1600s
Colonists conflict over cattle at Acquidneck (now Newport), Rhode Island, 1641. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Colonial shipyard
Ship-building in colonial North America. 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

Women arriving at colonial Jamestown, 1600s
Arrival of wives for colonists of Jamestown, Virginia. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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

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"Journey Across the Sea: The Pilgrims' Quest for Freedom" In 1620, the Mayflower set sail with a group of colonists known as the Pilgrims. Braving treacherous waters, they embarked on a perilous journey to seek religious freedom in the New World. After enduring months at sea, the Mayflower passengers finally reached their destination - Plymouth. With gratitude and relief, they stepped onto solid ground, marking a significant moment in American history. Not all encounters with Native Americans were peaceful. Hannah Duston's harrowing escape from capture by Native Americans serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by early settlers. Despite hardships and conflicts, unity prevailed. In 1914, Jennie A. Brownscombe immortalized this spirit in her oil painting depicting "The First Thanksgiving. " It symbolizes gratitude and friendship between settlers and Native Americans. Plymouth Rock stands as an enduring symbol of hope and new beginnings. As John Alden and Mary Chilton landed upon it in 1620, they laid down roots that would shape America's future. Anne Hutchinson's trial in Boston showcased tensions within colonial society. Her fight for religious freedom challenged societal norms but left an indelible mark on American history. Beyond Plymouth lies Hartford, Connecticut - home to some of America's first settlers who sought refuge from persecution. Their determination paved the way for future generations to thrive in this land of opportunity. Bunker Hill battle marked a turning point during the American Revolution when colonists stood up against British rule with unwavering courage and resilience. Across borders lies Mexico where Miguel Hidalgo's cry for revolution echoed through Dolores on September 16th, 1810. This call ignited fervor among Mexicans seeking independence from Spanish colonization. Long before these events unfolded overseas; Puritans attempted to leave England during the early 1600s due to religious persecution back home—a precursor to the Pilgrims' journey.