Plymouth: The Pilgrims' Story

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Be a history detective — read between the dates.

⚡ The twist

What seemed obvious then is often shocking now (and vice versa).

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The Pilgrims, a group of English settlers, arrived in America in 1620 and founded Plymouth Colony. They were seeking freedom to practice their religion without being persecuted. On their journey, they faced harsh weather and rough seas, but they were determined to build a new home.

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The Pilgrims celebrated their first harvest with a feast, now known as Thanksgiving, which showed their gratitude for the help they received from Native Americans.

Key facts

Remember these

1The Pilgrims landed in Plymouth in 1620.
2They celebrated the first Thanksgiving with Native Americans.
3The Pilgrims wanted to practice their religion freely.

Timeline

When it happened

1620
The Pilgrims sign the Mayflower Compact
1621
Plymouth makes a peace treaty with the Wampanoag leader Massasoit
1621
The Pilgrims and Wampanoag share a harvest feast
1691
Plymouth Colony joins Massachusetts Bay

Then & Now

People still argue about this. Now you'll see why.

Mind = blown

Benjamin Franklin's formal schooling ended when he was 10 — he taught himself by reading.

Question 1 of 2

What year did the Pilgrims arrive at Plymouth?

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Question 2 of 2

What did the Pilgrims celebrate after their first harvest?

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