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Benjamin Franklin

A noted polymath, Franklin was a leading author and printer, political theorist, politician, postmaster, scientist, inventor, satirist, civic activist, statesman, and diplomat.

American polymath and statesman (1706–1790)

Born 17 January 1706
Died 17 April 1790

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American polymath and statesman (1706–1790)

Born 17 January 1706
Died 17 April 1790

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