Benjamin Franklin
A Flyer by Jocelyn Long
Background Information
- 10th child of 17 children.
- He was a scientist, writer, and diplomat.
- Explained static and discovered electricity.
- Poor Richard's Almanac was an almanac he wrote.
- Going to England on the behalf of the colonies was a favorite of Franklin's.
Benjamin Franklin Signature
How Franklin signed his name.
Snake Cartoon
This was the first political cartoon ever made. It was meant to symbolize the coming together of the colonies.
$100 Bill
Although Franklin wasn't a president, his picture is on the $100 bill.
A Hero Within
Benjamin Franklin was a hero within.
- He was hopeful, kind, and stubborn.
- Had hope that the colonies could come together.
- Kind because he let his son, William, come with him to England. He also wrote his wife kind letters.
- Was stubborn because he wouldn't leave England after a few months. He wanted to stay in England until everybody heard about his ideas.
Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin's Profile
Website: http://www.ushistory.org/franklin/info/index.htm
Location: Boston, MA and Pensylvania