Pennsylvania Colony

Year Founded:

1682

Founded By:

William Penn

Motivation for Founding:

William Penn founded Pennsylvania with a land grant that was owed his deceased Father. His goal was to create a colony that allowed for freedom of religion due to his desire to protect himself and fellow Quakers from persecution.

Significant Events:

• The colony was well-advertised and by 1700 was the third biggest and richest colony in the New World.
• Penn allowed for a representative assembly elected by landowners.
• Freedom of worship and religion was granted to all citizens.