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William Penn.
Englishman William Penn found Pennsylvania to provide a place for freedom from religious persecution.
William Penn. He was also a Quaker, born the son of Admiral Sir William Penn and Margaret (Jasper) Penn , in 1644. For the full-ish story, see link here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Penn
The charter of liberties granted Pennsylvania colonists a lit with 14 points that were essential rights of an Englishman. This was signed by Henry the 1st.
Pennsylvania was successful in establishing one of the earliest forms of democratic government in America with the Pennsylvania Frame of Government. It was also successful in promoting religious tolerance by welcoming various religious groups to settle in the colony. Additionally, Pennsylvania played a key role in the American Revolution, being the site of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
There was religious freedom in colonial Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania was founded by William Penn in 1681 and was originally based on religious freedom for the Quakers.
The colony of Pennsylvania was established as a religious sanctuary for the Quakers.
Pennsylvania extended religious liberty to all inhabitants of the state.
The main religion of William Penn and his followers was the Quaker religion, although freedom of religion was the main reason for establishing the colony. Penn allowed a government of representative assembly by landowners.
William Penn admired religious freedom, democracy, and peace. He is known for his contributions in establishing the colony of Pennsylvania as a haven for religious tolerance and self-governance. Penn also believed in fair treatment of Native Americans, leading to peaceful relations with the indigenous people in the region.
Pennsylvania was founded for religious freedom and by William Penn?
William Penn, the founder, promised religious tolerance and freedom from religious persecution.