In 1629, a group of Puritans fearing for their religion, secured a charter from the king to form the Massachusetts Bay Colony. This colony was blessed with prosperous and highly educated people, including John Winthrop, who would go on to become the governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. The Puritan’s settlement also benefited from the shared sense of purpose among them. John Winthrop described their purpose clearly by stating, “ We shall be as a city upon a hill, the eyes of all people are upon us”. The Puritan Bay colonists believed that they had a covenant with God, to build a holy society that would be an example for all humankind. The same way of thinking can be said about American Identity. Americans believe they have a purpose of setting an example for other countries around the world. Just like how Puritans want to spread their religion, Americans want to spread their ideas of liberty, equality, and individualism.
His vision of the colony as a Puritan "<u>city upon a hill</u>" dominated New England colonial development, influencing the governments and religions of neighboring colonies.
Explanation:
John Winthdrop had a vision that the new colony would be a common wealth, a community in which people work together for the good of the whole.
Side Note:
I'm sorry that I couldn't answer the second question, but I hope this helps.
