Welcome to Ben Franklin's World,

Podcast about Early American History with Liz Covert.

The study of history is key to understanding who we are

and how we can affect a better future.

Van Franklin's world will introduce you to historical people and events that have impacted and shaped our present day world.

And now, here's your host, Liz Colarn.

Hello and welcome to episode 69 of Ben Franklin's world.

The podcast dedicated to helping you,

learn more about how the people and events of our early American past

have shaped the present-day world we live in. For many 17th century Europeans,

law and order stood as a sign of civilization, which is why some of the first European settlers in

North America look to impose systems of law and order in their new homeland.

Today we explore aspects of the law and order the colonists imposed by exploring the early legal

systems of colonial New England.

With the help of Abby Chandler, an assistant professor of history at the University

of Massachusetts Lowell, we are going to conduct

our investigation into early New English legal customs using sexual misconduct cases.

During our investigation, Abbey reveals why sexual misconduct cases are ideal for looking at changes in early American legal history,

how colonists in New England use their legal systems to become more English,

and details about sexual misconduct charges, trials, and punishments.

But first, have you told anyone about Ben Franklin's world lately?

Word of mouth recommendations are the best way for people to discover new podcasts.

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