Life of Benjamin Franklin
i.
Who was Benjamin franklin?
ii.
Origins
a. Born Jan. 17, 1706 in Boston
b. He was an politician, scientist, inventor and author
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Began writing newspapers in 1728, The Pennsylvania Gizette
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Explored basics of electricity in 1746
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Was an owner of seven slaves
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Life in Philadelphia
a. Was a local printer
b. Form a study group with local enlightened men called Junto
c. In 1733 published Poor Richards Almanac
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Religion and personal beliefs.
a. Franklin was a Puritan
b. Sought out life plan with his believed 13 virtues of life
c. Advocate of republicanism