Under the charter of 1732 for the Georgia Colony, several specific provisions and restrictions were put in place. Here are key points regarding what was allowed and not allowed in the Georgia Colony:
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Settlement of Debtors: One of the primary motivations for establishing Georgia was to provide a place for debtors from England to have a fresh start. However, this aspect was somewhat idealized, and not all debtors were allowed to settle in the colony.
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Agriculture: The charter permitted the cultivation of certain crops, particularly those considered valuable for trade, such as silk and wine. The founders had hopes that Georgia could become a lucrative agricultural colony.
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Religious Freedom: The charter allowed for a degree of religious freedom, primarily protecting the rights of Protestant Christians, though it specifically excluded Catholics and Jews in the early years of the colony.
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Prohibition of Slavery: Initially, the charter prohibited the use of enslaved labor in the colony, although this policy was changed later as the colony's economy evolved.
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