After a bloody civil war and Cromwell's oppressive reign, Puritans were unsuccessful in maintaining their ultimate goal, and many decided to leave England and come to America to build what they hoped would be a "City on a Hill"; an example of Christian living for the whole world to see. ... According to Crèvecoeur, this new breed of people were determined to succeed and willing to work hard to accomplish their goals. ... The Puritans were determined to build a "City on a Hill," where God's law and Christian living would rule. ...

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