Benjamin Franklin

Born January 17, 1706 in MA

Died April 17, 1790

• Statesman, businessman, politician, author, scientist and inventor.

• Only founding father to sign the Declaration of Independence, Treaty of Alliance with France, Treaty of Paris and the U.S. Constitution.

• Mostly self-educated and became successful as a printer.

• Conducted many scientific tests in electricity and meteorology, including his famous kite experiment.

• Published Poor Richard’s Almanac for 27 consecutive years.

“Well done is better than well said.”