History of Pennsylvania and William Penn
William Penn, a prominent Quaker leader, received a charter from King Charles II in 1681 to establish a colony based on Quaker beliefs. When he founded Pennsylvania in 1682, Penn welcomed all faiths to the new colony. He established Pennsylvania as a refuge for Quakers and other religious minorities, and its spirit later infused early steps towards independence. Pennsylvania became known as the "Keystone State".
Religious Groups in Pennsylvania
The religious group living in Pennsylvania were referred to as Quakers and other religious minorities. William Penn founded Pennsylvania in 1682 as a refuge for these religious groups. He created the colony based on Quaker beliefs and welcomed all faiths to Pennsylvania.
Charter from King Charles II
William Penn received a charter from King Charles II to establish Pennsylvania based on Quaker beliefs. Penn founded the colony as a refuge for Quakers and other religious minorities in 1682. The spirit of Pennsylvania was founded on religious freedom and harmony among its residents.