Article #80719

Times of India

Times of India

Title Not Philadelphia, this is where the United States started: Inside New Sweden, the long-lost colony that shaped America Source Times of India
Description Philadelphia's rich narrative isn't solely tied to its founding fathers' legacy; it also encompasses the short-lived Swedish colony of Nya Sverige. This settlement, which lasted seventeen years, pioneered the design of the log cabin, revolutionizing early American architecture. Furthermore, Swedish settlers introduced Lutheran Christianity and instigated critical early colonial rebellions, underscoring their significant yet brief impact in shaping America's foundations.
Link https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/not-philadelphia-this-is-where-the-united-states-started-inside-the-long-lost-colony-that-is-the-true-birthplace-of-american-ideology/articleshow/132455003.cms Published At 2026-07-17 03:22:22 (2 weeks ago)
Created At 2026-07-17 03:40:30 Updated At 2026-07-17 03:40:30