Tuesday, January 17, 2006

Some of Ben Franklin's Quirkiest Ideas

Some of Ben Franklin's Quirkiest Ideas: "Some of Ben Franklin's Quirkiest Ideas
By Heather Whipps
Special to LiveScience
posted: 17 January 2006
12:12 am ET


For many, the iconic image of Benjamin Franklin involves a kite, key, and bolt of lightning.

Today, on the 300th anniversary of his birth, the statesman is celebrated as much for his scientific achievements as for the signature on the Declaration of Independence in 1776."

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