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15 Dark and Astonishing Facts About the Pilgrim Fathers

Darren November 7, 2025 7 min
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2. Risky Transatlantic Crossing

2. Risky Transatlantic Crossing
Perilous Mayflower voyage marked by cramped quarters, unsanitary conditions, and high mortality rates.

The journey on the Mayflower was perilous—cramped, unsanitary conditions resulted in disease and death. The mortality rate was high, and many perished before even seeing the New World. (smithsonianmag.com)

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