There is scant mention of Quakers in Exeter's history. Charles Bell, in his "History of the Town of Exeter, New Hampshire," gives passing reference to the group: "About the middle of the last century ...
George Fox, leader of the Quaker movement in the early 17th century, admonished followers to record the minutes and locations of Quaker meetings and the names of followers as they joined, moved to ...
Describes the Quakers' struggle for religious freedom and the founding of the Pennsylvania colony, under the leadership of William Penn. Describes the colony's belief in freedom of speech and religion ...