Mayflower Compact: The Mayflower Compact was a document signed by male passengers aboard the Mayflower ship, including William Bradford. It established self-government and created laws for the Plymouth Colony.
Separatists: Separatists were religious dissenters who wanted to separate from the Church of England. William Bradford was a member of this group, and their desire for religious freedom led them to establish Plymouth Colony.
Pilgrims: The Pilgrims were English settlers who traveled on board the Mayflower and founded Plymouth Colony. William Bradford was one of these Pilgrims, seeking a new life in America.