The New York in the colonial period was known as New Amsterdam and established by the Dutch founder Peter Minuit in 1626 on Manhattan Island. Later in 1664, the British took the colony from Dutch and named it New York City, but we still see the Dutch culture. The early settlers in the New Amsterdam were the trappers for fur pelts focused on alliance and trade with the Native Americans.
With the coming of Puritans (pilgrims), they establish the place as a colony. Pennsylvania colony was founded in 1681 by William Penn; a Quaker colony which welcomed all religions and looked for a better life. The colony encourage others to practice religion with no restrictions and persecution.
The legacy of world war one influenced chamberlains decision as he and other ally leaders felt Germany were harshly dealt with and that they were overly punished by the treaty of versailles
