The Mayflower Compact

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The Mayflower Compact was a document written by the Pilgrims in 1620 as a way to establish a basic form of government in their new colony. It was necessary to preserve civil obedience and public authority as there was no official government or laws in place when they arrived in the New World. The compact was signed by 41 male passengers and helped establish a foundation for self-government in future American colonies. It did not reaffirm any connection to the Church of England, address women's rights, provide the basis for communism, or become the Articles of Confederation.