New Netherlands Word Scramble
|
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Term | Definition |
Henry Hudson | An explorer that sailed for both France and England. Discovered the area that eventually became New Netherlands (including the Hudson River). |
New Amsterdam | A Dutch settlement in modern day New York. |
Dutch West India Company | The private company that sponsored the creation of New Amsterdam |
Peter Minuit | The first governor of New Netherlands. Bought the island of Manhattan from the Native Americans for $24. |
Peter Stuyvesant | The Governor of New Netherlands for over 17 years. |
Created by:
Mr.Nichols
Popular U.S. History sets