Events with tag - Religious Freedom

February 1, 313

Edict of Milan Legalizes Christianity

Emperor Constantine issued the Edict of Milan in February 313 CE, officially legalizing Christianity in the Roman Empire. This historic decree ended centuries of persecution, granted Christians equal rights, and established religious tolerance throughout Roman territories.

January 1, 1620

Great Migration to New England

A transformative period in American colonial history when 20,000 English Puritans migrated to New England, establishing settlements and laying the foundation for colonial America. Led by religious persecution and economic hardship, these settlers created thriving communities that shaped American culture.

September 16, 1620

Mayflower's Historic Journey

The Mayflower's voyage from Plymouth, England to North America in 1620 carried 102 passengers seeking religious freedom. After a 66-day journey, they landed at Cape Cod, establishing Plymouth Colony and laying foundations for American democracy.

December 21, 1620

Mayflower Pilgrims Land at Plymouth Rock

After a 66-day journey across the Atlantic Ocean, the Mayflower Pilgrims made their historic landing at Plymouth Rock, establishing the first permanent English settlement in New England. This momentous event marked the beginning of European colonization in the region.

September 1, 1621

First Thanksgiving Celebration

In autumn 1621, 52 English Pilgrims and 90 Wampanoag Native Americans gathered at Plymouth Colony for a three-day harvest festival, marking what would become known as the First Thanksgiving in American history.

March 4, 1681

William Penn Establishes Pennsylvania

William Penn receives a charter from King Charles II to establish the Province of Pennsylvania, creating a colony founded on principles of religious freedom and peaceful governance.

October 27, 1682

Founding of Philadelphia

William Penn establishes Philadelphia as a planned city and haven for religious freedom, marking the beginning of one of America's most significant colonial settlements