"Embarkation of the Pilgrims"
This is a picture of Reverend William Brewster, who is my 10th Grandfather. He was a Pilgrim leader who came to the American colonies from Scrooby, Nottinghamshire on the Mayflower. Painted by Robert W. Weir, it depicts the Pilgrims on the deck of the ship Speedwell as they depart Delfshaven in South Holland on July 22, 1620. The Pilgrims traveled aboard the Speedwell to Southampton. There they met additional colonists and transferred to the Mayflower.The painting shows William Brewster, holding the Bible, and pastor John Robinson leading Governor Carver, William Bradford, Miles Standish, and their families in prayer. The rainbow, at the left side of the painting, symbolizes hope and divine protection.
