James Oglethorpe recruited the Highland Scots to establish a settlement on the Altamaha River. Which reason for colonization, described in the Charter of 1732 is this an example of?
A. Economic
B. Philanthropic
C. Religious
D. Defense
D. Defense
The reason for colonization in this example is D. Defense. James Oglethorpe recruited the Highland Scots to establish a settlement on the Altamaha River as a means of defending the British colony of Georgia against potential attacks from the Spanish in Florida.
To determine which reason for colonization this example falls under, we need to refer to the Charter of 1732, which outlined the purpose and goals of the settlement. The Charter of 1732 was the document that established the colony of Georgia and provided the framework for its establishment. By examining the charter, we can identify the reason for colonization reflected in James Oglethorpe's recruitment of the Highland Scots.
To find a copy of the Charter of 1732, you can try searching for it online on reputable academic or historical websites, or consult books or articles that discuss the establishment of the Georgia colony.
Once you have access to the Charter of 1732, you can read through it and look for any mention of the reasons for colonization. The charter may explicitly state the motivations behind the establishment of the colony. Look for passages or sections that describe the goals, ideals, or purposes of the Georgia colony.
Read through the relevant sections of the charter and look for any mention of economic, philanthropic, religious, or defense-related reasons for colonization. Pay attention to any specific examples or provisions that outline the intended goals of the colony.
By identifying the reason mentioned in the charter that aligns with James Oglethorpe's recruitment of the Highland Scots to establish a settlement on the Altamaha River, you can determine the correct option among the choices provided: A. Economic, B. Philanthropic, C. Religious, or D. Defense.