Pennsylvania 1681 M. Mullings T. Eason M. Trujillo

Keywords William Penn Quakers Treaty of Shackamaxon Agriculture Philadelphia

History and Founding of Pennsylvania Founder- William Penn When-March 4th, 1681 Why- Quakers Where-Between modern day Ohio and New Jersey

Government Had a liberal political government Governing principles ( Based off of Quaker Values of religious tolerance and participatory government) Pennsylvania’s approach to government was historically important.

Economy They relied Agriculture and natural resources They mostly farmed corn and wheat. Philadelphia was the center of trading in the colonies. They traded furs with the Indians. The early development of industries.

Population/demographics Pennsylvania’s Population in 1750:119,666 Population makeup was diverse Philadelphia was known as “The City of Brotherly Love.”

Culture Quakerism Very open minded Women were considered equal Against slavery Open to all Did not partake in wars or oaths. “Athens of America”

Religion Quakers (Religious Society of Friends) William Penn The Quaker Beliefs Religiously tolerant colony

Native Relations Natives inhabited Pennsylvania for 12,000-18,000 years. 6 tribes were settled when William established his colony. William Penn wanted to protect the Native Americans. Penn soon on established the Treaty of Shackamaxon ( In general, there was little conflict with the Indians.)

Review Quakerism was a prominent factor in Pennsylvania. It was the way their society was ran. The population was average, yet it was very diverse. Quaker’s respected Indians and gave them rights. They relied on agriculture and their resources to boost their wealth. Their government was liberal political. Pennsylvania was safe haven for Quakers.