""Annals of Philadelphia and Pennsylvania in the Olden Time: Being a Collection of Memoirs, Anecdotes, and Incidents of the City and Its Inhabitants"" is a historical book written by John F. Watson. The book is a comprehensive collection of stories, memoirs, and anecdotes that provide insight into the history of Philadelphia and Pennsylvania during the colonial and revolutionary periods. Volume 2 of the book covers a wide range of topics, including the founding of Philadelphia, the early Quaker settlers, the arrival of the Dutch and Swedes, and the growth of the city during the 18th century. The book also includes detailed accounts of important events such as the American Revolution, the Yellow Fever epidemic, and the Great Fire of 1793. Overall, ""Annals of Philadelphia and Pennsylvania in the Olden Time"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Philadelphia and Pennsylvania during the early years of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.