William Penn

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William Penn

William Penn was born Oct. 14, 1644 London, England.

Died July 30, 1718 Berkshire, England.

Admiral Sir William Penn and Margaret Jasper were his parents.

Gulielma Maria Springett, and Hannah Margaret Callowhill were his wiveshttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Penn

William Penn, America’s First Great Champion for Liberty and Peace

Established freedom conscience among Catholics, Protestants, Jews and Quakers.

Penn made peaceful agreements with the Indians.

Penn tried to established peace with the Quakers by attending meetings even though it was considered a crime.

Penn insisted on low taxes and suspended them for one year.

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William Penn

                                                                                                 

    

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