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Immigrants: America very early on, was conceived of and regarded as a place where people could live in relative freedom. People would often make long and dangerous voyages to a colony so that they may worship in the way they desired, without persecution of a monarch or country. With so many different peoples and many different cultures wanting a piece of the new world, colonies quickly became vast multicultural hubs. Each major colony is guaranteed to have many cultures and ethnicities, which brought with them many qualities. Even with the different people working and interacting day to day, the cultures did not vanish. The people were able to keep their distinct and proud heritage alive, while they contributed to the growth of a new culture. New Netherland is the first important European colony of New England. The colony was originally settled by the Dutch, but later came under British rule. The Dutch made many expeditions in search of a northwest passage to the East, but instead found themselves making many trips into present day New England. Peter Minuit purchased Manhattan Island from the Manhate Indian