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defensibility. They had built only one single-room house when illness struck. Only 50 survived
the first winter out of the 100 or so who arrived on the Mayflower. Standish's wife Rose died in
January.
Standish was one of the very few who did not fall ill, and William Bradford credited him with
comforting many and being a source of strength to those who suffered. Standish tended to
Bradford during his illness, and this was the beginning of a decades-long friendship. Bradford
held the position of governor for most of his life and, by necessity, worked closely with
Standish. The two men were opposites in terms of character; Bradford was patient and slow to
judgment, while Standish was well known for his fiery temper. Despite their differences, the
two worked well together in managing the colony and responding to dangers as they arose.

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References:
1. Relative Finder, associated with FamilySearch, and the Church of Latter Day Saints (LDS)
2. Wikipedia.org
3. Learn more – Myles Standish
4. LDS Family Tree - attached

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