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William Bradford (governor)

1590–1657 · 17th century

William Bradford was a Pilgrim leader who sailed on the Mayflower in 1620 and was governor of Plymouth Colony for most years from 1621 until 1657. His history Of Plymouth Plantation is the main source for the colony's founding and early years.

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Plymouth Colony

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APA: The Epoch Institute. (2026). William Bradford (governor). In The Epoch Institute Encyclopedia. https://the-epoch-institute.org/encyclopedia/william-bradford-governor
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