The Mayflower Compact
“The Mayflower Compact” is authored by an Unknown Author. This document was drafted and signed in 1620 by the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower, establishing a basis for self-governance in their new community in the New World. As one of the earliest social contracts in American history, it laid the groundwork for democratic traditions that would later influence the political culture of the United States.
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Despite having no single attributed author, “The Mayflower Compact” reflects the collective will of the early settlers who traveled to the New World to escape religious persecution. Recognizing the need for order and unity during their voyage, they created this agreement as a means to ensure cooperation among themselves. More than just a practical contract, “The Mayflower Compact” embodies the ideals of freedom and equality that drove these pioneers. Its concise yet significant wording established that all members would adhere to laws agreed upon by the majority, pledging mutual fidelity and collaboration towards creating a fair and peaceful society.