Yo, Pennsy! How Many of Y'all Signed the Constitution?
Ever wondered how many Founding Fathers hailed from the land of cheesesteaks, scrapple, and Rocky Balboa? Well, buckle up, history buff (or just curious soul), because we're about to dive into the fascinating world of signers and state pride!
East Coast, Best Coast (for the Constitution, at Least)
The Constitutional Convention in 1787 was a real who's who of American revolutionaries. Delegates from up-and-down the original 13 colonies gathered in Philadelphia (yup, Pennsylvania!) to hash out the supreme law of the land. But among these brilliant minds, how many repped the state that brought us the Liberty Bell?
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Eight! That's right, Pennsylvania sent a whopping eight delegates to the party, and all eight of them signed their John Hancocks on the dotted line. That's the second-highest number of signers from any one state, with Virginia taking the top spot at ten.
Who Were These Pennsylvania Power Players?
- Benjamin Franklin: The OG himself, inventor, ladies' man, and all-around American badass.
- James Wilson: Legal scholar extraordinaire and a major player in the Convention's debates.
- Gouverneur Morris: Mastermind behind the Constitution's elegant prose (seriously, the guy had a way with words).
And the Rest of the Gang:
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- George Clymer
- Thomas Fitzsimons
- Thomas Mifflin
- Robert Morris
- Jared Ingersoll
Pennsylvania: Punching Above Its Weight (in Signers)
With only 8% of the population at the time, Pennsylvania sure did make a big impact on the founding of our nation. Maybe it was the water (doubt it, considering the hygiene standards of the era), or perhaps the fighting spirit instilled by those long, harsh winters. Whatever the reason, Pennsylvania deserves a big ol' pat on the back for its contribution to the Constitution.
FAQ: Your Burning Questions Answered (Briefly)
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How to impress your friends with your newfound knowledge?
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Drop that little factoid about Pennsylvania having the second-highest number of signers at your next trivia night. Boom, instant respect.
How to channel your inner Founding Father?
Grab a quill pen, some parchment paper, and get writing! Though, maybe stick to a grocery list instead of rewriting the Constitution.
How to visit the birthplace of the Constitution?
Tip: Reading carefully reduces re-reading.
Head on over to Independence Hall in Philadelphia, where the whole shebang went down.
How to make your own delicious cheesesteak?
That's a whole other conversation, my friend. But let's just say it involves thinly sliced ribeye, melty cheese, and a good hoagie roll.
How to, you know, not time travel and accidentally change history?
Probably best to leave that to the professionals (or the movies).
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