Why did Puritans settle in Connecticut?

Puritans settled in Connecticut seeking greater religious freedom and to escape the strict controls of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. They were motivated by the desire to establish a community based on their own interpretations of Christianity. The fertile land and abundant resources also attracted them, allowing for agricultural expansion and economic opportunities. Additionally, the Fundamental Orders of 1638 laid the groundwork for a more democratic form of governance, appealing to their desire for self-rule.