“It is an honor to be descended from members of this adventurous group, who embarked on their voyage unaware of what was ahead of them, but secure in their knowledge that it was the right thing to do.”

“It's wonderful to be able to be counted among the men and women who risked all to come here and make this the great nation it is.”

“Lifelong genealogist and fascination with those who came before that are all a part of who I am.”

“I am proud to be a descendant of a courageous man who set out with his family to find a better place to live and practice his faith without fear. I am also proud to be among other descendants of an epic event which is so much a part of our American history.”

“Knowing that I have a genetic connection to some of the first immigrants to this country makes the history very personal for me. ”

“These personal connections have brought a deeper understanding of 17th century life in colonial North America.”

“Since I do not know who my birth father was, only that his family came from Ireland, my mother's heritage has become very important to me. I am a member of the DAR and every time I am able to prove a patriot, I feel a sense of who I am. Being a member of the more exclusive Mayflower society would mean that my family was here from the beginning.”

“I would be proud.”

“Knowing that I, and my family, have a connection to the Mayflower voyage and the beginnings of the Plimoth Plantation feels historically important. My family’s story is enriched through our Mayflower connection. ”

“As a member of the Mayflower Society, I feel part of the immigrant story that is America. Just as people do today, my ancestors came to this country for freedom to worship in the manner they chose. I am very grateful for the persistence, diligence, and hard work that led the Mayflower passengers to establish a colony. ”