Charter of Liberties
Charter of Liberties
In 1701, in the Charter of Liberties, Penn granted the colonist the right to elect representatives to the legislative assembly.
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colonist was at war with the French and Indians
they came from Europe
Yes, Pennsylvania colonists had a say in the governance of their colony. The colony was founded by William Penn as a haven for religious freedom and democratic principles, leading to the establishment of a representative assembly. This assembly allowed colonists to participate in decision-making and legislation, providing them with a significant degree of self-governance. However, ultimate authority still rested with Penn as the proprietor.
Fertile soils and a tolerant government.
the Great Wagon Road traveled the Appalachian Valley from Pennsylvania to North Carolina where some colonist continued on to Georgia.
So they could have religious freedom.
Religious Freedom