By whom was the colony of Rhode Island established in the early 17th Century?

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As American history is generally taught, the first Welsh people came to this continent in the 17th century. They were followers of Roger Williams, who founded the Rhode Island colony in 1631. However, these Welsh people reported meeting Indians with whom they could converse in their native tongue. http://www.perrycountyindiana.org/attract/horseshoe.html Apr 28 03, 10:42 PM

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