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John Endecott

Type Figure Region Massachusetts Bay Colony Time c. 1588–1665 Also known as John Endecott、John Endicott

John Endecott was an early settler of the Massachusetts Bay Colony and served several terms as governor, born in Devon, England around 1588 and dying…

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  1. 1628–1641Salem · Massachusetts Bay ColonyEndecott led settlers to Salem in 1628 to establish a settlement, served several short terms as governor in the 1630s, maintained Puritan discipline with harsh measures, and took part in suppressing dissenters such as Roger Williams.
  2. 1644–1650Boston · Massachusetts Bay ColonyHe served as governor in 1644–1645 and 1649–1650, handling relations with neighboring colonies and Native Americans, suppressing Quaker preaching, and taking over colonial leadership after Winthrop's death.

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