Pennsylvania Colony
Founded Wiliam Penn in 1682
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Why come to our colony?
Religious Freedom: we have the ability to express and practice our religion of choice (Quakers, Catholics, Lutherans, Jews, etc.)
Farming opportunities: we are known as the "breadbasket colony," due to our abundance of crops, especially wheat
Job opportunities: besides owning or working on a farm, many manufacturers are hiring to assist in the production of iron products (plows, tools, kettles, locks and nails)
Other Facts
Reason of fouding: religious freedom for Quakers
Capital: PhiladelphiaLocation: Middle colony
Other major towns: Lancaster, York
Natural Resources: good farmland, timber, furs & coal
Economy and Trade: exports agricultural products and natural resources