William Bradford
"Embarkation of the Pilgrims," by Robert Walter Weir. William Bradford is depicted at center, kneeling in the background, symbolically behind Gov. John Carver (holding hat) whom Bradford would succeed.
Place(s) where this author lived. Include dates and explain how
each place influenced them.• Plymouth Colony 1620-1657
• Bradford wrote about his experiences there.
How did this author become inspired to write?
• Traveled to the New World and wrote about the founding of Plymouth Plantation and the Pilgrims’ experiences in History of Plymouth Plantation. As leader of Plymouth Colony, he helped write the “Mayflower Compact.”
How successful was this author during his/her lifetime?
• First leader and re-elected to governor of Plymouth Colony 30 times.
• However, History not published until 1856
If the author wasn’t successful or popular at the time of their death,
explain how and why they are still well known today.
• History published 1856.
• Important to our understanding of origins of the USA
Why is this author considered influential?
• He provided an understanding of early Americans and the Puritan religion.
• Governor of Plymouth Colony for a long time
• Mayflower Compact influenced the Constitution