Answer:
The new England part of the European colonies, specifically six states which are: Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhodes Islands, and Connecticut. (Wikipedia)
Explanation:
The border of the east and south east of New England was to the Atlantic ocean. This made the area, that was poor in terms of fertility, to become the ideal place for ship building.
The access to the ocean water made the area a key player in the agricultural advancements of the European in America. Fishing also thrived at this place.
Raw materials for the making of ships were also available in the east coast/ eastern seaboard of America. This made it even better with the presence of the shore line.
This materials were; Oak wood, ceders, chestnuts, were milled using different kinds of wood mills.
