1. English:
- Area: The English primarily settled in the eastern coast of North America, establishing colonies such as Jamestown (1607), Plymouth (1620), and Massachusetts Bay Colony (1630). These areas were collectively referred to as the "English Colonies" or "British America."
2. French:
- Area: The French established settlements along the St. Lawrence River in present-day Canada. Their main colonies included Quebec (1608) and Montreal (1642). This region was known as "New France."
3. Spanish:
- Area: The Spanish explored and settled in the southern and western parts of North America, including present-day Florida, the Southwest, and California. Their settlements included St. Augustine (1565), Santa Fe (1610), and San Diego (1769). These areas were part of the Spanish Empire and were collectively referred to as "New Spain" or "Spanish America."