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William Penn sent booklets describing Pennsylvania's attractions to people in many European countries. One of thease read: "Come to my province Pennsylvania, where you will find yourself, peace, freedom for worship in your own way, and a chance to take part in governing yourself."
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Who founded PA?
William Penn founded PA and sold land very cheaply and King Charles II named it after his father Admiral Sir William Penn. William Penn
How did PA get its name?
In honor of Adm. Sir William Penn, father of William Penn. It means "Penn's Woodland."
What is the statue of William Penn in Philladelphi PA made out of?
The statue of William Penn is made out of bronze.
When did William penn found PA?
1682.
When was PA founded by William Penn?
In 1682 Pennsylvania was founded by William Penn because King Charles owed William Penn`s father.
Who gave Pennsylvania its name?
william pennPennsylvania is a commonwealth. It was granted as a colony to William Penn. PA's name breaks into two; Penn (William Penn's last name) and Sylvania or woodland, not sure what language that is. So PA means Penn's woodland.
When did William Penn found the colony of Pa?
1779
Who planned the government and the settlemants of Philadelphia PA?
William Penn.
When did William Penn found PA a place of religious freedom?
1682
Who's statue is mounted on top of the Philadelphia PA City Hall William Penn Ben Franklyn Some other person?
William Penn
What is Penn's Woodland?
Penn's Woods was the name of William Penn's colony, Pennsylvania. It was Penn's, possessive tense, plus woods, because PA was heavily forested land.
What did William Penn insist when he founded the colony of PA?
He insisted on Religious Toleration.
