The Colony of Georgia
Author | : Sarah Machajewski |
Publisher | : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc |
Total Pages | : 26 |
Release | : 2015-07-15 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781499404944 |
ISBN-13 | : 1499404948 |
Rating | : 4/5 (948 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Colony of Georgia written by Sarah Machajewski and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2015-07-15 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Georgia, Britain’s thirteenth and last American colony, played an important part in America’s early history. Founded as a debtors’ colony and later staunchly loyal to the King, much of Georgia colony’s efforts were spent protecting Britain’s economic and political interests. This text, which supports national and state social studies curricula, covers the key historical figures and events in Georgia’s colonial history. Readers will relive important battles, learn about the colony’s social and economic climate, and understand the reluctant role Georgia played in America’s fight for independence. Maps, primary sources, and historical artwork support the information-rich text.