Early History: o 1America was first discovered by Columbus at the end of the 15th century o 2)In 1607, Captain John Smith led some Englishmen across the ocean o 3)In 1620, 102 passengers sailed on the ship mayflower across the sea and settled on the new continent New EnglandEarly History: ⚫1) America was first discovered by Columbus at the end of the 15th century. ⚫2) In 1607, Captain John Smith led some Englishmen across the ocean. ⚫3) In 1620, 102 passengers sailed on the ship Mayflower across the sea and settled on the new continent “New England