Benjamin Franklin was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, and was a key figure in the drafting of the U.S. Constitution and the Declaration of Independence.
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Franklin was a polymath, excelling in many fields such as writing, science, and politics. He was a member of numerous organizations and societies, including the Royal Society and the American Philosophical Society.
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Franklin invented many practical items still in use today, including bifocals, the lightning rod, and the Franklin stove. He also conducted experiments on electricity and made significant contributions to the field of electricity.
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Franklin was a successful diplomat and played a critical role in securing French support during the American Revolution. He served as the Ambassador to France from 1778 to 1785.
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Franklin was a successful publisher and his newspaper, "The Pennsylvania Gazette," was one of the most popular of its time. He also wrote under the pseudonym "Poor Richard" and his book "Poor Richard's Almanack" was very popular in the colonies.
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Franklin was an advocate for colonial unity and helped to organize the Albany Congress of 1754. He also worked to promote cooperation among the colonies during the early years of the revolution.
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Franklin was the first Postmaster General of the United States, serving from 1775 to 1776. He helped to establish a reliable postal system and improved communication between the colonies.
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Franklin was an accomplished musician and played the harp, violin, and guitar. He also composed several songs, including "The Liberty Song."
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Franklin began his career as a printer and eventually became a successful printer and publisher. He was able to teach himself to read and write by reading books.
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Franklin was honored and celebrated both during his life and after his death as one of the most important figures in American history.
He is the only founding father who signed all four of the key documents establishing the United States: the Declaration of Independence, the Treaty of Paris, the Treaty of Alliance with France and the United States Constitution.