A biography of Roger Ludlowe, one of the founding fathers of Connecticut and a key figure in the early history of the United States. The book traces Ludlowe's life and career, from his arrival in America as a Puritan in the 1630s to his role as a colonial leader, legal scholar, and diplomat. It also includes a historical sketch of the early settlement of Connecticut and the struggles and conflicts that shaped its development. A fascinating read for anyone interested in colonial history and the origins of American democracy.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.