Bradford’s leadership qualities led to the creation of a foundation of responsibility for American success. The word “leadership” is not only defined by his proven excellence as a leader, but just how his leadership created a legacy to build something as strong as a foundation for our country's success. Bradford was governor of Plymouth for thirty, one year terms and his Pilgrims described him as an open minded and thorough …show more content…
One of the many reasons of why Bradford is remembered in our American history is because of his help in drafting the Mayflower Compact. The Mayflower Compact was the first, true, independent form of government in the New World - drafted and enforced by Bradford himself. His drafting, and enforcement of the Mayflower Compact is pivotal in the creation of a foundation of responsibility in America because it laid the groundwork to our country’s document of government. Also, through Bradford’s governing of Plymouth, the Mayflower Compact transformed into a large, democratic type of government - doesn’t this sound familiar to our type of government? In fact it is our type of government used in the United States of America, which signifies the importance of Bradford’s leadership in setting the foundation for American success. Whilst setting the foundation for responsibility for our country, Bradford also inspires people to promote the value of personal