Lesson 8 of 84 · Colonization
⭐ 30 XPPlymouth Colony and the Pilgrims
The Mayflower Compact was an important agreement signed by the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower in 1620.
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The Mayflower Compact was an important agreement signed by the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower in 1620. This document established a form of self-government for the Plymouth Colony and set a precedent for future democratic governance in America. By agreeing to work together for the good of the colony, the Pilgrims demonstrated the importance of cooperation and community decision-making in their new settlement.
Key Facts
The Mayflower Compact was signed in 1620 by the Pilgrims.
It established self-government for the Plymouth Colony.
The Compact is considered a foundational document for democracy in America.
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1 of 2What was the Mayflower Compact?
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