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Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) American scientist
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Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) American scientist
Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) American scientist, inventor and politician. In 1776 he wrote, with Jefferson and John Adams, the Declaration of Independence of the United States of America. Engraving by Lemaitre. Panorama Universal. History of the United States of America, from 1st edition of Jean B.G. Roux de Rochelle's Etats-Unis d'Amerique in 1837. Spanish edition, printed in Barcelona, 1850. Date: 2018
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This engraving depicts Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790), a pivotal figure in American history as a scientist, inventor, and politician. Born in Boston, Franklin became a leading voice of the American Enlightenment and played a crucial role in the American Revolution. In 1776, he collaborated with Thomas Jefferson and John Adams to draft the Declaration of Independence, which established the United States as a sovereign nation. Franklin's scientific achievements include groundbreaking work in electricity, which he famously demonstrated with his kite experiment. He was also an accomplished inventor, holding patents for bifocal glasses and the Franklin stove, among other inventions. In addition to his scientific pursuits, Franklin served as a diplomat, representing the United States in France during the Revolutionary War. He was also a prolific writer and publisher, founding the first lending library in America and the country's first subscription library. This image of Franklin, engraved by Lemaitre, is from the 1850 Spanish edition of Jean B.G. Roux de Rochelle's "Etats-Unis d'Amerique." The portrait captures Franklin in his later years, with his signature bald head and long, flowing hair. Franklin's influence on American history is immeasurable, and his legacy as a Founding Father, scientist, inventor, and diplomat continues to inspire generations.
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