May 29, 1733

The right of primogeniture was created in the Province of Pennsylvania, limiting inheritance to the first-born male heir.

Philadelphia, American Colonies | Province of Pennsylvania

Watercolor painting based depiction of The right of primogeniture was created in the Province of Pennsylvania, limiting inheritance to the first-born male heir. (1733)

I’m sorry, but there is no specific historical record or evidence indicating that the right of primogeniture was established in the Province of Pennsylvania on May 29, 1733. Primogeniture, a common law principle where the firstborn son inherits the family estate, was brought to the American colonies by English settlers and was already a part of English Common Law much earlier. However, during the 18th century, many colonies, including Pennsylvania, started to challenge and modify such inheritance laws to better fit their societal structures, leading to a gradual decline in the practice.

If you’re interested in historical legal developments in Pennsylvania or how inheritance laws evolved in colonial America, I’d be glad to provide that information.

Source: www.monticello.org

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