Myles Standish
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Myles Standish was a military personnel, best known for The Standishes of America.
Quick Facts About Myles Standish
- Born
- January 1, 1584
- Died
- October 3, 1656
- Profession
- Military Personnel
- Notable works
- The Standishes of America
About Myles Standish
Myles Standish was an English military officer and colonist. He was hired as military adviser for Plymouth Colony in present-day Massachusetts, United States, by the Pilgrims. Standish accompanied the Pilgrims on the ship Mayflower and played a leading role in the administration and defense of Plymouth Colony from its foundation in 1620. On February 17, 1621, the Plymouth Colony militia elected him as its first commander and continued to re-elect him to that position for the remainder of his life. Standish served at various times as an agent of Plymouth Colony on a return trip to England, as assistant governor of the colony, and as its treasurer.
Biography source: Wikipedia
