Quote by Will Rogers

My ancestors didn't come over on the Mayflower, but they were there to meet the boat.

My ancestors didn't come over on the Mayflower, but they wer

Summary

This quote suggests that while the speaker's ancestors may not have been among the early settlers who arrived on the Mayflower, they still have a deep-rooted history in the land, implying that their ancestors had already inhabited and established a community before the arrival of the Mayflower. It highlights the significance of indigenous cultures and other communities that existed prior to well-known historical events, emphasizing the longevity and resilience of these cultures in shaping the very fabric of the nation.

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