Events with tag - Colonial Development

May 7, 1718

Founding of New Orleans

Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville established New Orleans as the capital of French Louisiana, strategically positioning it along the Mississippi River with an initial settlement of 50 men. The city was named after Philippe II, Duke of Orleans, who served as Regent of France.

June 9, 1732

Founding of Georgia Colony

Georgia was established as the last of the original 13 British colonies, founded through a royal charter from King George II. The colony was created as a haven for England's debtors and as a strategic buffer against Spanish Florida.