ESCAPE!
Englishman Takes His Family to America in 1635 for Religious Freedom
By Meredith Platt
In 1635, with religious war brewing in England, Matthew Mitchell makes the ultimate decision: escape or perish. Fleeing persecution with his wife and six children, he boards The James and braves a hurricane-ravaged Atlantic in search of freedom.
But the danger doesn't end at sea. Facing hunger, bitter cold, and violent threats in the New World, Matthew emerges not just a survivor, but a founder of three key Connecticut towns: Springfield, Wethersfield, and Stamford.
ESCAPE! is a riveting, true story of grit, faith, and fearless determination. A journey of storms and survival, it's a timeless reminder of what families will risk for the promise of liberty.
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Meredith Platt holds a Ph.D. in biopsychology from the City University of New York and graduated magna cum laude in psychology from Hunter College. A former research scientist, journalist, and proud marine supply shop owner, Meredith blends brainpower with heart and humor.She's written for The Washington Post, worked alongside Ben Hecht, and spent years studying minds and human resilience. But her most meaningful project? Bringing to life the story of her ancestor Matthew Mitchell carried through generations in a battered suitcase guarded by her wallstreet broker father.Now retired in New Jersey (with seaside escapes to Rhode Island), Meredith brings history alive with sharp insight, graceful storytelling, and an irresistible voice. With ESCAPE!, she revives not just a legacy but a living, breathing message of courage, faith, and survival.