Welsh Settlement of Pennsylvania Author:Charles H. Browning This interesting volume explains how several Welsh Quaker leaders purchased land from William Penn in order to form a settlement in Pennsylvania. It is rich in historical and genealogical material about these New World pioneers and their descendants. The first Welsh Quaker families arrived in 1682. These people were well-to-do "adventurers.... more »" They were land speculators of the gentry class, which was exactly what pen wanted for his new colony. Lead formed "companies" and settled near Merion and Haverford. The chapters concerning the company's often contain valuable information extracted from the members will. Old manuscript records trace the establishment of the Welsh Tract through deeds, maps, account ledgers and biographical sketches. The histories of these "noble and gentle Welsh families" are also told through letters and records of monthly meeting. Genealogist will find plenty of names in the property descriptions and the list of meeting house subscriptions. Some genealogical information extends into the late 1800s. Historians will appreciate the detailed account of the daily life, customs and traditions of the original inhabitants of the Welsh Tract. #B664« less