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Forefathers’ Day

Posted on December 22, 2018 by vanbraman

Did you know that today is celebrated as Forefathers’ Day in Plymouth, Massachusetts? The Mayflower had first landed on Cape Cod in November 1620, but later moved to Plymouth in December.There is some question as to the exact date when … Continue reading →

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Thinking of Plymouth Colony

Posted on November 22, 2017 by vanbraman

Today I have been thinking of Plymouth Colony as Thanksgiving approaches. Although it is much discussed and debated, the first Thanksgiving is generally believed to be celebrated at Plymouth Colony with the Pilgrims and Indians. I had several ancestors who … Continue reading →

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