On This Date- Grae Chambers

On September 15th, 1620 the Mayflower left an oppressive England with 103 passengers. These passengers hearts were filled with hope for a brighter future. These men women and children sought a land where they could practice their religion freely. Later dubbed "pilgrims", these passengers devised a compact as a governing document for their new colony. The mayflower compact was significant because it was the first written governing agent in the new world. When it set sail on September 15th, the mayflowers courageous passengers were unaware of the hardships they would face.

I appreciate this event. After all, the most memorable result of the pilgrims making their voyage to America is Thanksgiving. This began a long tradition in America, based on an unusual moment of unity between the American Indians and the new colonists. This was a rare moment in early American history unlike many that would follow with other colonies and indian tribes.