The United States was formed from thirteen British colonies in 1776. Many of these colonies had been around for well over 100 years including the first colony of Virginia which was founded in 1607.See below for a map of the thirteen original colonies.ach colony, however, has its own unique history on how it was founded. Many of the colonies were founded by religious leaders or groups looking for religious freedom. These colonies included Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Maryland, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.
The Maiden Voyage: A Complete And Documented Account Of The 'Titanic' Disaster. Somewhere deep in the North Atlantic lies the Titanic. Along with this once great ship, lies the true story of what happened on the night of April 10, 1912.
The RMS Titanic on its maiden voyage in 1912. (Coast Guard photo). Everyone has heard about the âunsinkableâ RMS Titanic, but 98 years removed we have little connection to the disaster other than watching a movie or documentary.In the world of 1912, the April 14th sinking of the worldâs largest, most advanced ship shook the world.Much like everyone remembers where they were on 9/11, the sinking of the Titanic captured the attention of the planet. It was possibly the first truly global disaster for mankind.he RMS Titanic on its maiden voyage in 1912. (Coast Guard photo). Everyone has heard about the âunsinkableâ RMS Titanic, but 98 years removed we have little connection to the disaster other than watching a movie or documentary.