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William Penn Acquires the Lower Counties
Duke of York, James II awards the "Three Lower Counties" that form modern-day Delaware to William Penn, ensuring ocean access for his colony of Pennsylvania [1]
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- John Maitland, 1st Duke of Lauderdale, Scottish politician (Lord High Commissioner, 1669-80; Secretary of State, 1661-80), dies at 66
Died in 1682 1682 Highlights
About August 24, 1682
Calendar: Julian 
Day of the Week: Thursday
Calendar: Gregorian 
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 341 years, 11 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Virgo
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