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Green Country Town (Theme Essay)
How often have you heard people proudly call Philadelphia a “greene country towne,” quoting William Penn’s evocative description of the city he founded? Along with “city of brotherly love,” the phrase ranks as the granddaddy of all municipal brands, pre-dating “Big Apple” and “Big Easy.” Penn didn’t just talk the talk: when he laid out the street grid, he gave Philadelphia the gift of five public squares.
Independence National Historical Park
Encompassing fifty-four acres in Center City Philadelphia, Independence National Historical Park preserves and provides access to Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and other sites associated with the American Revolution and early American history