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Pennsylvania Colony

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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.

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