All events in the year 1620.
The Mayflower sailed around the northern tip of Cape Cod into what is today's Provincetown Harbor and dropped anchor.
The Pilgrims were no doubt anxious to get off the ship, but a problem arose with the Strangers (the non-Pilgrim members of the ship) who became somewhat mutinous. But, the signing of the Mayflower Compact solved the problem.
NOVEMBER 12
The Pilgrims spent the day worshipping since it was the Sabbath and they believed the whole day should be dedicated to worship.
NOVEMBER 13
The Pilgrims went ashore
NOVEMBER 15
Myles Standish led 16 men on an overland expedition to explore and find a source of fresh water. During this time, they observed a small party of Natives, but they soon ran away.
--Cooter
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