“They were a most unusual group of colonists. Instead of noblemen, craftsmen, and servants - the types of people who had founded Jamestown in Virginia - these were, for the most part, families - men, women, and children who were willing to endure almost anything if it meant they could worship as they pleased.”
Quote by Nathaniel Philbrick
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Nathaniel Philbrick
Nathaniel Philbrick is an American historian and author renowned for his in-depth research into early American history. His works often focus on the American Revolutionary War and maritime exploration, with titles like 'In the Heart of the Sea' and 'Mayflower' winning over readers with their detailed narratives. more
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