5 August 1620 Posted on August 4, 2012 by Staff The Mayflower departs from Southampton for its first attempt to reach North America. Famous Words of Inspiration..."Count it all joy, my brethren, when you meet various trials, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing." "James 1:24, RSV" — Click here for more from "James 1:24, RSV" Related posts: 5 August 1620 21 May 1991