Penn, William, founder of Pennsylvania

Penn, William, 1644–1718, English Quaker, founder of Pennsylvania, b. London, England; son of Sir William Penn.

Sections in this article:

• Introduction
• In the American Colonies
• Early Life
• Bibliography

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