The Middle Colonies in the 1600s-1700s included New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. New York was founded by the Duke of York, Pennsylvania was founded by William Penn as a haven for Quakers, and Maryland was initially founded for Catholics. The Middle Colonies had diverse economies focused on farming, trade, and natural resources like timber and iron.

1. Middle Colonies
1600s and 1700s

2. Geography

3. New York
Alexander
Hamilton
Duke of
York

4. Maryland

5. Pennsylvania
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Benjamin
Franklin
William Penn

6. Natural Resources

7. Economy