Early Explorers of Plymouth Harbor, 1525-1619

Published in 1953, 'Early Explorers of Plymouth Harbor, 1525-1619' by Henry F. Howe provides a historical account of maritime exploration in Plymouth Harbor prior to the Pilgrims' arrival. The book details at least twenty recorded expeditions by European explorers, including Estevan Gomez and Samuel de Champlain, and their interactions with Native Americans. It highlights the impact of these early voyages on the eventual establishment of settlements in New England, emphasizing the contributions of explorers and figures like Squanto in shaping the region's history.