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Learn about the origins, development, and culture of Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania and the sixth-most-populous city in the U.S. Explore its colonial, revolutionary, and industrial past, as well as its current challenges and revitalization.
8 mar 2019 · Learn about the origins, events and landmarks of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, from its Native American roots to its role in the American Revolution and beyond. Explore the city's culture, politics, economy and social movements through the centuries.
1 dzień temu · Philadelphia, city and port, coextensive with Philadelphia county, southeastern Pennsylvania, and situated at the confluence of the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers. It is the largest city in the state. Learn more about Philadelphia, including its history, in this article.
2 dni temu · Philadelphia - Colonial, Revolutionary, Quaker: William Penn acquired the province of Pennsylvania in 1681 from King Charles II of England as a place where his fellow Quakers could enjoy freedom of worship and a chance to govern themselves and develop their own way of life.
A Brief History of Philadelphia. The city of Philadelphia, as laid out by William Penn, comprised only that portion of the present city situated between South and Vine Streets and Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers. In fact, the city proper was that portion between High (Market) Street and Dock Creek.
Philadelphia has played an extensive role in United States history. The city was founded in 1682 by William Penn, an English Quaker and advocate of religious freedom.
November: George Washington moves into President's House on High Street. December 6: United States capital relocates to Philadelphia from New York City for a period of 10 years as the new national capital is constructed in Washington, D.C. Philadelphia Stock Exchange founded.
