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Benjamin Franklin was born in Boston, Massachusetts on January 17, 1706.
* He was an American polymath who was active as a writer, scientist, inventor, statesman, diplomat, printer, publisher, and political philosopher.
* Among the leading intellectuals of his time, Franklin was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, a drafter and signer of the Declaration of Independence, and the first Postmaster General.
* He was also a prolific inventor, with over 200 inventions to his name, including the lightning rod, bifocals, and the Franklin stove.
* Franklin died in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on April 17, 1790.
* He is considered one of the most important figures in American history and his legacy continues to inspire people around the world.
Well done is better than well said.
Instead of cursing the darkness, light a candle.
Happiness depends more on the inward disposition of mind than on outward circumstances.
He that can have patience can have what he will.
Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.
If you would not be forgotten, as soon as you are dead and rotten, either write things worth reading, or do things worth writing.
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