America's Documents Of Freedom 1215-1774 - The Mayflower Compact 1620

In 1620, the Pilgrims, seeking religious freedom, sailed from England on the Mayflower and landed in Massachusetts. They established the Mayflower Compact, a self-governing agreement among men, excluding women. While some view it as a precursor to the U.S. Constitution, others see it as a minor religious covenant. The Compact was crucial for the Pilgrims' community, emphasizing religious principles over written laws.

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