1. William Penn October 14, 1644-July 30, 1718

2. Historical Timeline 1644 -William Penn was born in London, England. 1681-William Penn receives the charter for Pennsylvania. 1682-William Penn visits Pennsylvania for the first time. 1701-William Penn’s Charter of Privileges become the constitution of Pennsylvania.

3. 1706-Benjamin Franklin is born. 1718-William Penn dies. 1732-George Washington is born. 1776-The Declaration of Independence is signed in Philadelphia.

4. William Penn had strong beliefs. He spent his life fighting for what he believed in. He fought so that others could have fair trials and religious freedom. His dream brought liberty to millions of Americans.

5. This William Penn statue sits on Philadelphia’s City Hall and overlooks the city.

6. Reference Page William Penn by Susan Martins Miller