11 Nov The Mayflower Compact: As an Idea, America Began in 1620, Not 1776
For the 102 English people aboard the Mayflower, this very week four centuries ago was one they would never forget. After more than 65 days on a perilous, storm-tossed journey at sea, they cited land (Cape Cod) on November 9, 1620. They dropped anchor on November...