The Mayflower
A Primary Source History of the Pilgrims' Journey to the New World
Primary Sources in American History
The Leiden Separatists were a group who fled England to avoid religious persecution. Their journey on the Mayflower was difficult, as half of the group perished before they landed in Cape Cod. With primary source documents and images, this is the fascinating account of their religious devotion, their settlement in Plymouth, their struggle for survival, and their relationship with the Native Americans in the area.
