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Benjamin Franklin

born January 17, 1706

died April 17, 1790

http://www.ushistory.org/franklin/info/index.htm

Excellent brief history. Look to the bottom of the page for other links to more Ben Franklin information.

http://www.english.udel.edu/lemay/franklin/

A documentary.

http://bensguide.gpo.gov/benfranklin/index.html

Ben's guide to US Government for Kids. Covers Ben Franklins life line. All geared toward kids and fun to read.

http://fi.edu/franklin/inventor/inventor.html

Franklin's inventions. Click on the link words and see photos.

http://www.quotationspage.com/quotes/Benjamin_Franklin/

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