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William Penn received Pennsylvania charter from Charles II
William Penn receives from Charles II the charter of Pennsylvania Date: 1681
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1. Title: "William Penn Receives the Charter of Pennsylvania from King Charles II, 1681" 2. Description: This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in American history as William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania, receives the charter granting him the land and the authority to establish a new colony from King Charles II of England in the year 1681. The scene takes place in the opulent surroundings of the Royal Palace of Whitehall, London, with Penn, dressed in elegant attire, kneeling before the monarch, who is seated on his throne. The king, wearing his royal robes and crown, extends his hand in a gesture of bestowal, while the Secretary of State, Sir John Lambert, looks on approvingly. 3. Context: In 1680, King Charles II, seeking to address the religious and political unrest in England, granted a charter to William Penn, a Quaker leader and prominent peace activist, for the land between the Delaware and Connecticut Rivers. This territory, later known as Pennsylvania, was intended to serve as a refuge for religious freedom and a model of peaceful coexistence among diverse communities. The charter, which granted Penn and his heirs the land and the rights to govern, marked the beginning of the founding of the American state of Pennsylvania. 4. Significance: This historical print offers a glimpse into the 17th century founding of Pennsylvania and the unique relationship between England and its American colonies. It highlights the role of religious freedom and the pursuit of a more tolerant society as key motivations for the establishment of a new colony. The image also underscores the significant impact of European monarchs on the development of the American continent and the shaping of its early history.
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