The document discusses the English colonization of North America, focusing on the Middle Colonies and New England colonies. It describes how the English developed settlements in the Chesapeake and New England during the 17th century but neglected the mid-Atlantic coast until later. It also explains how the English conquered the Dutch colony of New Netherlands to expand their power and weaken the Dutch. Finally, it provides details on the Puritan settlement of New England and how their economy developed differently than the Chesapeake colonies through shipbuilding and other industries.

1. Theme 4: Part 2 The English in North America By Cruz Major