Bradford's History of Plymouth Plantation, 1606-1646

William Bradford's "History of Plymouth Plantation, 1606-1646" is a foundational text of American literature and a crucial historical record. This firsthand account chronicles the Pilgrims' journey from England to the New World, their struggles, and their triumphs in establishing Plymouth Colony. Bradford's narrative offers invaluable insights into the motivations, beliefs, and daily lives of the early settlers, providing a window into the challenges of building a new society in an unfamiliar land. Volume 10 presents a detailed picture of the early years of the colony, including interactions with Native Americans, the establishment of laws and governance, and the development of a distinct community. Bradford's writing is both a historical document and a testament to the enduring values of faith, perseverance, and self-governance that shaped the American identity. His work remains essential reading for anyone interested in the origins of the United States.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.