Question

Which colony was established to provide a barrier from Spanish Florida and was colonized by prisoners?

Answer 1

Answer:

Colony of Georgia

Explanation:

Georgia is created to act as a barrier between Spain, which owns Florida, and the British colonies. It is also intended to provide a place for those recently released from debtors prison to have a fresh start.

Answer 2

Answer:

A penal colony or exile colony

Explanation:

Although initially conceived of by James Oglethorpe as a refuge for London's indebted prisoners, Georgia was ultimately established in 1732 to protect South Carolina and other southern colonies from Spanish invasion through Florida.