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What was the main reason for William Penn's imprisonment in the Tower of London?
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William Penn was imprisoned in the Tower of London due to his religious beliefs as a Quaker. Quakers faced persecution in England during this time, and Penn's faith led to his imprisonment on several occasions.
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