The Mayflower’s Voyage: Founding Plymouth and the Significance of the Mayflower Compact
On September 16, 1620, the English colonists aboard the Mayflower set sail for America, embarking on a journey that would lead to the founding of Plymouth, Massachusetts. This pivotal voyage marked the beginning of one of the most significant chapters in American history. The signing of the Mayflower Compact by 41 men, including notable figures […]
The Mayflower Pilgrims Land at Plymouth Rock
December 18th, 1620, marked a significant chapter in American history as the Mayflower Pilgrims, seeking religious freedom, landed at Plymouth Rock in present-day Massachusetts, laying the foundation for the Plymouth Colony.
The Mayflower Compact is Signed
On this day in 1620, aboard the Mayflower, Pilgrims signed the Mayflower Compact, a foundational document for self-governance. This agreement laid the groundwork for the establishment of a democratic system in the New World.
The Mayflower
The Mayflower set sail from Plymouth, England, with the Pilgrims aboard, eventually leading to the establishment of the Plymouth Colony in North America.