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The History of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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From dinosaurs to explorers to wars, here's what one local expert had to say about the history of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

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Harrisburg is the capital of the commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It was established in 1791 and became the capital in 1812. The city sits on the Susquehanna river, and is in the county of Dauphin. Tourist attractions in the area include Hersheypark, the National Civil War Museum, and the State Museum of Pennsylvania.

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