William Lawrence Sr Omnibit 1-12-16

Off the InternetWilliam Penn’s first choice to name his American holdings was New Wales. He changed it to Sylvania after which King Charles II changed it to Pennsylvania in honor of Penn’s father who was instrumental in his restoration.

New Wales William Lawrence Sr Omnibit 1-12-16

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