William Penn: Facts & Related Content
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Born | October 14, 1644 • London • England |
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Died | July 30, 1718 (aged 73) • Buckinghamshire • England |
Title / Office | governor (1681-1718), Pennsylvania |
Awards And Honors | Hall of Fame (1935) |
Notable Family Members | father Sir William Penn |
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