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   American author, printer, political theorist, politician, postmaster, scientist, inventor, civic activist, statesman, diplomat, Founding Father

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   Benjamin Franklin FRS FRSA FRSE (January 17, 1706 [O.S. January 6, 1705] – April 17, 1790) was an American polymath: a leading writer, scientist, inventor, statesman, diplomat, printer, publisher, and political philosopher.

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   May 16, 2024 · Benjamin Franklin, American printer and publisher, author, inventor and scientist, and diplomat. One of the foremost of the American Founding Fathers, he helped draft the Declaration of Independence. He also made important contributions to science, especially in the understanding of technology.

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   Nov 9, 2009 · Learn about the life and achievements of Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Explore his contributions to printing, science, politics and the American Revolution.

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   Dec 10, 2020 · Learn about Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers, a polymath, inventor, scientist, printer, politician and diplomat. Explore his life, achievements, inventions, quotes and legacy.

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   Benjamin Franklin, (born Jan. 17, 1706, Boston, Mass.—died April 17, 1790, Philadelphia, Pa., U.S.), American printer and publisher, author, scientist and inventor, and diplomat.

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   Jan 15, 2016 · 11 Surprising Facts About Benjamin Franklin. The United States’ original Renaissance man created some unusual inventions—and was a passionate swimmer. By: Evan Andrews.

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    • Benjamin Franklin's father, Josiah Franklin, was a tallow chandler, soaper, and candlemaker. Josiah Franklin was born at Ecton, Northamptonshire, England, on December 23, 1657, the son of Thomas Franklin, a blacksmith and farmer, and his wife, Jane White. Benjamin's father and all four of his grandparents were born in England.

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    • Below is the article summary. For the full article, see Benjamin Franklin . Benjamin Franklin, (born Jan. 17, 1706, Boston, Mass.—died April 17, 1790, Philadelphia, Pa., U.S.), American printer and publisher, author, scientist and inventor, and diplomat. He was apprenticed at age 12 to his brother, a local printer.

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    A four-hour documentary that traces the life and legacy of one of the 18th century's most influential figures, from his scientific discoveries to his political achievements. Stream full episodes, watch the trailer, and learn more about the film and its creator.