
At what time did Roger Williams establish the colony of Rhode Island?
Roger Williams established the colony of Rhode Island in 1636. Fleeing religious persecution, Williams sought a place where individuals could freely practice their beliefs. He bought land from the Narragansett people and founded Providence, making it a haven for religious tolerance and separation of church and state. This marked an important milestone in the history of the United States, paving the way for the principles of religious freedom and individual liberty that would later be enshrined in the Constitution.