Permanent North American colony

Definition

A permanent North American colony refers to an established settlement or territory that is intended to be maintained indefinitely by a European power.

Related terms

Plymouth Colony: Another early permanent English settlement founded by Pilgrims seeking religious freedom.

Massachusetts Bay Colony: Established by Puritans seeking religious freedom, this colony became one of the most prosperous and influential in New England.

Chesapeake Bay Colonies: The collective name for the English colonies of Virginia and Maryland, which were both permanent settlements in North America.