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Philadelphia Independence was a bold chapter in early 2010s American women's professional soccer. Founded as an expansion team announced in 2009 and beginning play in 2010, the club carried the motto We the People and wore steel grey, pearl blue, and blazing yellow. Though the organization dissolved after the 2012 season, their competitive run included playoff appearances and memorable matches that helped shape the landscape of women’s professional soccer in the United States. This page provides a concise biography, key milestones, venue history, and what to know if you’re researching the team or tracing the WPS era.