Despite their differences , the two worked well together in managing the colony and responding to dangers as they arose .
The two men were opposites in terms of character ; Bradford was patient and slow to judgment , while Standish was well known for his fiery temper .
Despite men 's differences , the two worked well together in managing the colony and responding to dangers as they arose .
The two men were opposites in terms of character ; Bradford was patient and slow to judgment , while Standish was well known for his fiery temper .