As more and more colonists journeyed to America from all across Europe, many of the new colonies were founded upon similar, explicitly religious foundations as Plymouth. Differing belief systems led to conflicts similar to those witnessed in Europe. However, a consistent desire for personal liberty and the genuine pursuit of religious life caused many of these conflicts to cease long before they were ended in Europe. Ultimately, a colonial revival known as the First Great Awakening led to a growing shared identity among the colonies.
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Early Colonies & the Great Awakening | The American Story Ep. 4 | Documentary
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