文档介绍：2012 E+L 美国感恩节故事 Alice The American Thanksgiving Story ? Early in the 17 th century, a group of people called the pilgrims wanted to reform and purify England ’s churches. Asa result of their efforts, they were persecuted, so they sailed to herlands; also known as Holland, seeking religious freedom. A fter 12 years in Holland where they struggled to make a living felt threatened by the permissive Dutch society, the Pilgrims decide to seek refuge ina place where they could create a society that matched their religious ideals. In exchange for seven years of work the puritans persuaded a London pany to finance their journey to the New World. In September 1620, 102 passengers set sail from Plymouth, England ona ship called the Mayflower. ?T he journey took 65 days and was filled with much difficulty. Bad storms weakened the ship and cause many leaks. M any passengers were cold and damp for much of the journey and others were concerned that they wouldn ’t even survive. T hough many were sick and one person died, they did make it. ?On December11, 1620 the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock and began to explore the surrounding area for suitable place to build their colony. T hey chose Plymouth because it had an excellent harbor a large brook in which to catch fish to eat. ?W hile living on the Mayflower and ferrying back and forth to land, the Pilgrims built their houses and barns. C on