The agreement set forth principles of a self-governed body not completely separate from the King of England. The Mayflower Compact continued the idea of law made by and for the people. This idea lies at the heart of democracy and made a significant contribution to the creation of a new democratic nation. read more
To expand a little bit on Carolyn’s answer, the Compact is significant because it was the first document produced in the New World to establish a governmental system, and it created a representative form of government. read more
The Mayflower Compact that the Pilgrims signed in 1620 is the firstexample of many colonial plans for self government. read more