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Mary Ellis's life. These are only some of the major events that affected the life and times of
Mary, her family, and friends. For example, Mary is 3 years old when During the 1660's plantation owners change the laws and revoke contracts so that the Africans cannot earn their freedom.
| Age | Date | Event |
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| 9 |
1666 |
Sir Isaac Newton invents calculus |
| 15 |
1672 |
The laws of gravity are defined by Isaac Newton; France invades Rhine as Dutch open dikes to flood Amsterdam to keep it from falling under French rule. |
| Age | Date | Event |
|---|
| 3 |
1660 |
During the 1660's plantation owners change the laws and revoke contracts so that the Africans cannot earn their freedom. |
| 6 |
1663 |
The Carolina colonies are established after King Charles II grants the territory to eight loyal supporters. |
| 13 |
1670 |
In March, the first permanent settlement in South Carolina is established at Albemarle Point (Charles Town, SC). |
| 24 |
1681 |
Pennsylvania is founded after William Penn, a Quaker, receives a Royal charter and land grant from King Charles II. |
| Age | Date | Event |
|---|
| 3 |
1660 |
Louis XIV of France marries Maria Teresa Infanta of Spain |
| 9 |
1666 |
Great Fire of London |
| 13 |
1670 |
Hudson Bay Company formed (English) |
| 16 |
1673 |
England's Test Act excludes Roman Catholics from holding office |
| 32 |
1689 |
England's Bill of Rights created. European Nine Year's War begin and grows into a world-wide event. It ends in 1697. |
