Which colony was founded by Separatists seeking religious freedom in the New World?

Plymouth Colony was founded by Separatists, also known as Pilgrims, who were seeking religious freedom from the Church of England. In the early 17th century, these Separatists left England to escape religious persecution and sought to establish a new community where they could practice their faith freely. In 1620, they sailed aboard the Mayflower and established Plymouth Colony in present-day Massachusetts. This colony is notable for its early establishment of self-governance and for the Mayflower Compact, which laid the foundation for democratic governance in the New World. The desire for a space to live according to their religious beliefs is a core reason why Plymouth Colony is recognized as a significant part of American history regarding freedom of religion.

In contrast, Jamestown was primarily focused on economic ventures and colonization for profit, while Massachusetts Bay Colony, although established by Puritans seeking to reform the Church of England, is distinct from the Separatists' goals. Maryland was founded by Catholics seeking religious freedom but for a different religious group.