Jared Kaplan 9/13/03 AHAP Essay The Beginning of Separation in 17th Century Colonial America When the colonists settled in America in the 17th century, many of them had different reasons for coming, believed in various religions and set goals and accomplishments both for themselves and their families. ... New England shipped lumber and furs in return. ... In addition, New Englanders tried to preach peace with nearby Native Americans. ...

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Yet the experience of African slaves and the Native American Indians starkly contrasts with that of the European immigrant groups, and describes a second, darker facet to American culture that still exists today. ...

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