William Penn

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    William Penn was the founder of the colony of Pennsylvania, which would go on to become one of the original 13 states of the USA. William Penn was an influential Quaker and Writer.

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    About William Penn

    William Penn was the founder of the colony of Pennsylvania, a haven for religious freedom. He was an influential Quaker and writer.

    William Penn's Area of Expertise

    Pennsylvania history, Quakerism, and colonial America

    I geek out on...

    the history of Pennsylvania and its role in shaping the United States.

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    What inspired you to found Pennsylvania?

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    What was life like in colonial America?

    How did Pennsylvania become a haven for religious freedom?