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Benjamin Franklin, Benjamin Franklyn as Scientist and Innovator

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Benjamin Franklin, Benjamin Franklyn as Scientist and Innovator, Library of Congress, 1776 - first photo, 1744 - second photo

Benjamin Franklin is considered an American patriot and founding father, but his careers and influence took him much further. As a "man of science"…

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Joseph-Siffred Duplessis, First United States Postmaster Benjamin Franklin

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Joseph-Siffred Duplessis, First United States Postmaster Benjamin Franklin, Metropolitan Museum of Art, ca. 1778

Franklin was appointed postmaster of Philadelphia by the British Crown Post in 1737. Newspaper publishers often served as postmasters, which helped…

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U.S. Postal Service, First US Postage Stamp 1847

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U.S. Postal Service, First US Postage Stamp 1847, U.S. Postal Service, 1847

Benjamin Franklyn, one of the U.S. Founding Fathers, was the first Postmaster General under the Continental Congress. In 1775, Franklin served as a…

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International Association of Fire Chiefs: Historical List; US National Fire Protection Association: Codes and Standards, Firefighting: Benjamin Franklin Fire Service Award for Valor

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International Association of Fire Chiefs: Historical List; US National Fire Protection Association: Codes and Standards, Firefighting: Benjamin Franklin Fire Service Award for Valor, International Association of Fire Chiefs, No date

The award recognizes firefighters around the world for their expert training, leadership, heroic actions and safe practices. Named after Benjamin…

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