re under control and eliminated then the Chesapeake colonies began to see more permanence and less suffering. Families were able to grow and people were able to diversify and delve in industries other than tobacco. This region began building more substantial housing and dwellings after about 1720. New Englanders were permanently established and settled by this time. In studying the past we can compare to present day the values and ideals that were present 200 to 300 years ago. Today we see that people still show their wealth by buying and displaying wealth. Houses are not merely a place to eat and sleep but also a showcase for ones material success and prosperity. ...
