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In the late 18th century, what language other than English, was spoken by almost half the population of Philadelphia?

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In the late 18th century, what language other than English, was spoken by almost half the population of Philadelphia?

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German was spoken due to the large number of German immigrants that moved to Philadelphia in the 18th century. Source: Tait, Adam, Ed. 1976 Bulletin Almanac. Philadelphia: Bulletin Company, 1976. p.