The creation of New York led indirectly to the founding of Pennsylvania and

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The creation of New York indirectly led to the founding of New Jersey through a land grant from the Duke of York. This also led to the founding of Pennsylvania as a result of a land grant to William Penn, who wanted a place of religious tolerance for Quakers. Neither Delaware nor Maryland were directly tied to the creation of New York. New Hampshire was founded by John Mason, who was not connected to New York.

The Creation of New York Led Indirectly to the Founding