Penns Treaty with the Indians
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Penns Treaty with the Indians
Penns Treaty. William Penn entering into peace treaty in 1683 with a chief of the Delaware
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Chief Clan Delaware Indians Kensington Peace Penn Pennsylvania Treaties Treaty Tribes Turtle Lenape Penns
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This evocative image captures the historic moment when William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania and the Quaker leader, entered into a peace treaty with the Lenape Indians, also known as the Delaware Tribe, in 1683. The treaty, signed at Shackamaxon, near present-day Philadelphia, marked a significant turning point in the relationship between the European settlers and the indigenous peoples of the region. Penn is depicted in the print wearing his distinctive Quaker attire, with a white shirt, black waistcoat, and broad-brimmed hat. He is shown extending his hand in a gesture of goodwill towards the Lenape chief, who wears traditional clothing and holds a peace pipe. The chief, identified as Tamanend, is a respected leader of the Lenape Turtle Clan, who played a crucial role in establishing peaceful relations between the two groups. The background of the print features a picturesque landscape, with a clear blue sky, rolling hills, and a tranquil river. The treaty site, known as Kensington, is located on the banks of the Delaware River. This image is a powerful reminder of the rich history and cultural diversity of America's past, and the importance of peaceful coexistence between different communities.
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