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What was John Winthrop's role in founding the Massachusetts Bay Colony?

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John Winthrop was a leading figure in founding the Massachusetts Bay Colony, the second major settlement in New England. He led the first large wave of colonists from England in 1630 and served as governor for 12 of the colony's first 20 years.
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