The original set of laws established by the American colonies included the "Fundamental Orders" of 1638-1639 in Connecticut, which is often regarded as one of the first written constitutions. Additionally, many colonies adopted a combination of English common law and local statutes, with documents such as the "Mayflower Compact" of 1620 setting precedents for self-governance. These laws emphasized principles like majority rule and the protection of individual rights, laying the groundwork for future American legal and governmental frameworks.
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