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The William Penn Treaty, by Edward Hicks, c 1800-1805.
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A red, white, and blue sky is the setting for this interpretation of the William Penn Treaty. A ship can be seen docking close to shore. Penn and his entourage are wearing colorful clothing, as they meet with the Indians and trade gifts.

Credit: Philadelphia Museum of Art

Edward Hicks recreated Benjamin West's painting of Penn's Treaty with the Indians many times.

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