William Bradford (Plymouth governor)

William Bradford

How did Bradford's wife die? Where was she? Where was he?

Asked by Raven R. on 18 Jan 19:16

Last updated by Jill W on 18 Apr 01:21

1 Answers

Answered by Jill W on 18 Apr 01:21

When Bradford went out with an exploration party, Dorothy stayed behind on the Mayflower. While he was gone, she fell overboard and drowned. There are rumors that her death was not an accident but suicide. The rumors have never been substantiated.