1. William Penn founded Philadelphia: On November 10, 1683, William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania, landed in Philadelphia for the first time. He named the city Philadelphia, which means “brotherly love” in Greek.
2. The Allegheny Portage Railroad was completed: On November 10, 1834, the Allegheny Portage Railroad, a railroad transportation system that connected the canals of the eastern US with the Ohio River, was completed. This was an important development in the transportation of goods and people.
3. Philadelphia hosted the World Series for the first time: On November 10, 1915, Philadelphia hosted the first World Series game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Boston Red Sox. This was the first time the city hosted the World Series and it was a major event for baseball fans.
4. Pennsylvania ratified the 19th Amendment: On November 10, 1919, Pennsylvania became the 7th state to ratify the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution, which granted women the right to vote.
5. Pennsylvania Railroad was founded: On November 10, 1846, the Pennsylvania Railroad was founded. It became one of the largest railroad companies in the US and played a major role in the development of transportation infrastructure in Pennsylvania and beyond.
5 Fun Facts About November 10 In Pennsylvania History
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