European Quakers migrate to America but do not find religious freedom there. The Puritans of Massachusetts beat and imprison them, sometimes hanging them.

Jul 16, 2006 - Mary Trotter Kion

Although Quakers have traditionally been pacifists, some did take up arms and others supported the military in non-combatant ways.

Jan 25, 2009 - Rosemary E. Bachelor

In and around Salem, Massachusetts the Quakers are harassed, beaten, deported, and sometimes even hanged for what they believe.

Jul 16, 2006 - Mary Trotter Kion

For nearly 200 years half of all Pennsylvania Quaker disciplinary actions related to matters of courtship and marriage. Marrying outside the faith was not permitted.

Jan 27, 2009 - Rosemary E. Bachelor

A launch pad for tracing Quaker ancestors is the Encyclopedia of Quaker Genealogy. Here are tips for locating and using it.

Jan 24, 2009 - Rosemary E. Bachelor

Quaker families produced many famous descendants, including politicians, artists and several U.S. presidents.

Jan 22, 2009 - Rosemary E. Bachelor

One thing Quakers have been known for is their pre-Civil War anti-slavery stance and their work with the Underground Railway.

Jan 21, 2009 - Rosemary E. Bachelor

Quaker values shook the foundation of tyranny with freedom of the press and trial by jury even though they did not support the military cause in the American Revolution.

Oct 19, 2007 - Roger Saunders

Religious beliefs played a large part in the formation of early colonies in America. Another important belief was representative government.

Jul 31, 2007 - John Crandall

William Penn becomes a devout Quaker. He receives a land grant from the king and establishes Pennsylvania as a haven for Quakers.

Jul 16, 2006 - Mary Trotter Kion

In spite of dire punishments handed out to Quakers in Massachusetts, the Quakers continue to migrate to America.

Jul 16, 2006 - Mary Trotter Kion

While most Quakers practiced pacifism during the American War for Independence, one group of Quakers abandoned their religion's pacifist beliefs.

May 15, 2010 - Brian Tervo

More than just the founder of the state of Pennsylvania, William Penn's life is rich with heritage, writing talent and his strong Quaker faith.

May 28, 2009 - Eleanore Whitaker

Burials at the Warrington Friends' Meeting House run from the 1750s through the 1860s. Listed here are surnames for some of those family members.

Jan 23, 2009 - Rosemary E. Bachelor

The following is a contemporary paraphrase of Mary Dyer's actual testimony before the Massachusetts General Court prior to being hung for being a Quaker.

Nov 8, 2007 - Roger Saunders

These reduced fat Quaker Oatmeal cookies are a healthier alternative to other soft cookies, but they are so delicious that no one will know.

Jun 22, 2010 - Lisa Devoto

Born in England, married and widowed in her mid-teens, Elizabeth Ashbridge became an indentured servant in the colonies, and found truth in Quakerism.

May 18, 2011 - Kathleen Airdrie

Essex, England has been the home county of many notable men. William Penn of Wanstead, gave his name to the sixth most populous state in the USA

Jul 15, 2010 - Sylvia Kent

A Quaker emphasizes the belief that God talks with each and every individual. Look inward to find Faith; then, put that Faith into action.

Aug 11, 2011 - Richard Walloch

The Curious Case of Steve Sebo: the controversial coaching dismissal surrounding Penn Quaker football and the birth of the Ivy League.

Jan 29, 2011 - Jay Abramson