Period 2: 1607-1754
Key Concept 2.1.II: In the 17th century, early British colonies developed along the Atlantic coast, with regional differences that reflected various environmental, economic, cultural, and demographic factors.
The Colonies are broken down in the sub-headings into four groups, New England, the "Middle Colonies", the Southern Colonies, and this centrally located region named for a key geographic feature.
The Chesapeake