Penns Collection

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Penns Collection: Penns marine engine factory, Greenwich, London, England, 19th century

Penns marine engine factory, Greenwich, London, England, 19th century. Casting a great cylinder for a marine steam engine. From The Illustrated London News, published 1865

Penns Collection: William Penns Treaty With The Indians 1682 William Penn 1644 -1718 English Quaker Colonizer In

William Penns Treaty With The Indians 1682 William Penn 1644 -1718 English Quaker Colonizer In America Founder Of Pennsylvania From A 19Th Century Print Engraved By J C Armytage After B West

Penns Collection: Penns Treaty with the Indians

Penns Treaty with the Indians
Penns Treaty. William Penn entering into peace treaty in 1683 with a chief of the Delaware

Pennons and Weapons from Flodden Field

Penns Collection: Edward Hicks (American, 1780 - 1849), Penns Treaty with the Indians, c. 1840-1844

Edward Hicks (American, 1780 - 1849), Penns Treaty with the Indians, c. 1840-1844, oil on canvas

Penns Collection: Currier and Ives (publishers), William Penns Treaty with the Indians, 1857 - 1907

Currier and Ives (publishers), William Penns Treaty with the Indians, 1857 - 1907, hand-colored lithograph

American 19th Century, William Penns History, hand-colored lithograph

Penns Collection: William Penns treaty with the Indians, when he founded the

William Penns treaty with the Indians, when he founded the province of Pennsylvania in North America 1681. Illustration shows William Penn standing with a group of settlers and Native Americans

William Penn - Treaty with the Indians 1661

Penns Collection: Steam Engine / Greenwich

Steam Engine / Greenwich
Penns marine-engine factory at Greenwich: The large machine-shop and turnery

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"Penns: A Legacy of Innovation, Diplomacy, and History" Step into the world of Penns, where groundbreaking achievements in marine engineering meet significant historical events. From William Penn's Treaty with the Indians to the bustling marine engine factory in Greenwich, London during the 19th century, it has left an indelible mark on both technology and society. In 1682, English Quaker colonizer William Penn founded Pennsylvania after signing a historic treaty with Native American tribes. This momentous event symbolized peace and cooperation between different cultures—a legacy that still resonates today. Fast forward to the 19th century when Penns' marine engine factory in Greenwich became a hub of innovation. The factory's skilled craftsmen cast great cylinders for steam engines that powered mighty ships across oceans. As illustrated in The Illustrated London News from 1865, they meticulously turned paddle shafts and crank axles with precision. The large machine shop and turnery at Penns' factory were a testament to their commitment to excellence. Every component was carefully crafted to ensure optimal performance and reliability in these cutting-edge machines. Pennons fluttered proudly over Flodden Field as warriors brandished weapons bearing the name "Penns. " These artifacts speak volumes about the enduring impact of this illustrious name throughout history. Artists like Edward Hicks captured the spirit of William Penn's Treaty with stunning paintings that evoke a sense of harmony between settlers and indigenous peoples. Currier and Ives continued this tradition by immortalizing this pivotal moment through their iconic prints published between 1857-1907. Even beyond artistry, hand-colored lithographs from American 19th-century sources depict various aspects of William Penn's history—reminders of his visionary leadership that shaped Pennsylvania into what it is today. Pennsylvania owes its rich heritage not only to its founder but also to those who carried his vision forward at places like Greenwich's marine engine factory.