The georgia salzburgers first arrived in the colony with support from king george II and the georgia trustees because the salzburgers

The correct answer is C) were expelled from their homes because of their religion.

The other options of the question were A) wanted to do explorations and make maps of the colony. B) saw an opportunity for free farmland in the new colony. D) were known for excellent military and fighting skills.

The Georgia Salzburger first arrived in the colony with support from King George II and the Georgia trustees because the Salzburger were expelled from their homes because of their religion.

In the colonial times of Georgia, the Salzburgers were a group of Protestants from German territories of Salzburg, Austria that were escaping from religious persecution. When they arrived at the colony of Georgia in 1734 they founded the town of Ebenezer, modern-day Effinghman county.

Were known as a good fighters. So, the british wanted them to become soldiers.