Fast Facts about Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA aka “Philly” is known for a few things… The only city in the US where you can get a real Philly cheesesteak sandwich, is a place called the “City of Brotherly Love” and the home to the Liberty Bell.

Aside from those well-known factoids, what else do you know about Philly?

Did you know that the very first bank in America was opened in Philadelphia in the year 1791? Were you aware that the first financial stock exchange was in Philadelphia? Now you do!

What Else? The following is a list of important historical facts about Philadelphia, PA.

• Betsy Ross made the first American flag in Philadelphia
• The Declaration of Independence was signed in Philadelphia in 1776
• Benjamin Franklin founded the Philadelphia Zoo, the first public zoo in the United States
• Philadelphia was once the United States capital!
• Philadelphia was the place the very 1st computer was used in 1946
• Philadelphia produced the 1st daily newspaper that was published on September 21st, 1784
• The first presidential mansion was built in Philadelphia, PA
• Philadelphia is given credit for being the creator of the cheese steak sandwich, soft pretzels,and the frozen treat water ice
• Philadelphia is home to the Liberty Bell
• Pennsylvania was the very 1st state to list their web site address on an official automobile license plate

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