Richard Warren

Richard Warren was an English-born American who was a key passenger on the Mayflower, the ship that carried the Pilgrims to North America in 1620. He was a respected leader and signer of the Mayflower Compact, playing a significant role in the early governance of the Plymouth Colony. Warren was known for his leadership and commitment to the community’s survival and success during the colony’s challenging start. His contributions helped establish the foundations of self-governance and cooperation that influenced subsequent American colonial development.