“Our fathers were Englishmen which came over this great ocean, and were ready to perish in this wilderness.”
Quote by William Bradford
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New-England's Memorial
Comprehensive collection of historical documents and narratives chronicling the history of New England, including biographies of notable individuals and descriptions of significant events. more
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William Bradford
William Bradford (March 19, 1590 - May 9, 1657) was a British political leader and a key figure in the early history of the North American Plymouth colony. He led a group of Puritan settlers to America in the early 17th century and became the second governor of the Plymouth colony. Bradford played a crucial role in the development of the colony, and his leadership and management had a profound impact on the subsequent history of the United States. more
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