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Jan 1, 1500
Native Americans First Come in Contact with European Explorers
The Native Americans of Pennsylvania first meet the Europeans. -
William Penn Founds Pennsylvania
King Charles II of England signs charter of Pennsylvania giving William Penn permission to found Pennsylvania. -
Mason-Dixon Line is Created
Charles Dixon and Jeramiah Dixon creat the Mason-Dixon Line to settle a dispute. -
Pennsylvania Becomes a US State
Pennsylvania becomes the 2nd state in the US. Pennsylvania's state motto is: Virtue, Liberty and Independance. -
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Pennsylvania Serves as Capital of America
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Pennsylvania Oil Industry Starts
An oil well is drilled which starts the oil industry in Pennsylvania. -
Civil Defense Council is Created
In 1978 the Civil Defense Counsil becomes the Emergency Manage Agency. -
United Airlines Flight 93 Crashes
Terrorists hijack flight 93 killing 45 passengers and crew. One flight ends up crashing in Pennsylvania. -
Coal Miners Trapped in Mining Accident
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Philadelphia Phillies Win the World Series
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Pittsburg Steelers Win 6th Superbowl
The famous Pittsburg Steelers, winning more Super Bowls than any other team, win their sixth Super Bowl.
