So You Want to Live the #ColonialLife? A Guide to Jobs in William Penn's Pennsylvania
Ah, the Pennsylvania Colony. Founded by the peace-loving Quaker, William Penn, it was a land of religious tolerance, brotherly love... and, of course, the need to get stuff done. But what kind of stuff, you ask? Well, buckle up, aspiring colonist, because we're about to dive into the exciting (and sometimes smelly) world of colonial careers!
From Farm to Table (and Everywhere Else): Essential Jobs
Let's face it, Pennsylvania wasn't exactly Wall Street. This colony was all about agriculture. Farmers were the rockstars, the Kardashians of their time (except with less drama and more manure). They toiled day in and day out, growing wheat, corn, and other crops to feed the growing colony.
But a farm's only as good as the people who keep it running. Blacksmiths were the ultimate metalheads, hammering out tools, horseshoes, and anything else a farmer (or rogue blacksmith wannabe) could need. Coopers crafted essential barrels for storing food and other goods, ensuring your precious pickles wouldn't leak all over your breeches.
Skilled Trades: Because Everyone Needs a Good Cobbler (Literally)
Think life in the colonies was all sunshine and rolling fields? Think again! Carpenters were the original Chip Gaines, building everything from grand houses to humble shacks. And let's not forget the cobblers (shoemakers), because there's nothing quite like comfortable footwear when you're chasing after a rogue pig or fleeing a particularly grumpy tax collector (yes, taxes were a thing, even back then).
Bonus Round: Keeping Up with the Joneses (Colonially Speaking)
If you were feeling fancy, you could become a wheelwright, the colonial equivalent of a Tesla mechanic, specializing in keeping those fancy carriages rolling smoothly. For the ladies (and the very discerning gentlemen), there were always the milliners, who created and sold hats that were both fashionable and, hopefully, able to withstand a rogue feather or two.
So, what job is right for you?
Well, that depends on your skills and...well, your tolerance for manure. But hey, there's something for everyone in the Pennsylvania Colony!
FAQ: Pennsylvania Colony Careers Edition
- How to become a farmer? - Hope you like fresh air and even fresher cow pies! Be prepared for hard work and long hours, but the rewards (and the bread) are plentiful.
- How to become a blacksmith? - Befriend fire and get ready to work up a sweat. Bonus points if you can impress the ladies with your sculpted biceps.
- How to become a cobbler? - Leatherworking skills are a must! Plus, a good sense of humor, because let's face it, everyone makes fun of the cobbler's kids (sorry, not sorry).
- How to become a wheelwright? - Got a knack for mechanics and don't mind getting grease under your fingernails? This is the job for you!
- How to become a milliner? - Creative and have an eye for detail? Then grab your feathers and get ready to put the "wow" in everyone's colonial wardrobe!