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Pennsylvania was founded in 1682 by religiously tolerant Quakers led by  William Penn.

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Pennsylvania is covered with mountains and trees. Middle colonies. Pennsylvania also has fertile soil and a mild climate that is suited for agriculture.

We export natural resources such as
- timber
- iron ore
- fu

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(1681) King Charles II gives the royal grant of Pennsylvania to William Penn.

(1701) Penn presented Charter of Privileges for Province of Pennsylvania. This established religious freedom. This charter remained as the constitution until American Revolution

(1712) Pennsylvania Assembly banned importing of slaves

(1776) The Declaration of Independence was signed.

(1787) The U.S. Constitution was written.

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William Penn and Quakers established Pennsylvania as a colony with religious freedom. People who did not agree with Catholicism, the only religion Europe allowed, settled in Pennsylvania where other religions were tolerated.

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We respect and are tolerant with various religions. We do not force one religion on the people! We promote religious equality!

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Type of colony: Middle Colony
Colonial Government: Proprietary colony

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Benjamin Franklin played a key role in the development of Pennsylvania. He is also one of the most important people in American history since he signed the Declaration of Independence.

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Pennsylvania is classified as one of the middle colonies. It is the territory between New England and Virginia.

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COME TO PENNSYLVANIA FOR RELIGIOUS FREEDOM, PROSPERITY, AND A BETTER LIFE