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Edward Winslow, arguably one of the most important Pilgrim Fathers, was born in Droitwich, Worcestershire, in 1595, and educated at the King’s School (then based at Worcester Cathedral) between 1606 and 1611.Interest in the Mayflower was quite high…

The 1920 Mayflower tercentenary is notable for its religious character, particularly its non-conformity. Many of the people who led the way in organising the tercentenary celebrations were members of the Free Church Council, made up of Quakers,…

Lowestoft’s celebration for the Mayflower anniversary in 1920 was held under the auspices of the Lowestoft Free Church Council. In a highly unusual move, it was a female preacher who gave the service. The Rev. M. Marie Varney came from America and…

A number of celebrations were held in London, the most significant of which was Hugh Parry’s Mayflower Pageant. But a great many smaller celebrations also took place, usually in the form of lectures and public meetings. On one Saturday in October…