Ben Franklin and the World of the Enlightenment

Ben Franklin and the World of the Enlightenment

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Printer, journalist, postmaster, scientist, inventor, diplomat, patriot, and tireless founder of civic institutions, Benjamin Franklin was the most versatile of the Founders—even more so than Jefferson. He was as famous as Washington in his day and his classic autobiography, with its celebration of…

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    5. Politician, Diplomat, Statesman (August 1, 2007)

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    August 1, 2007 meeting of Professor Bruce Thompson's course on Benjamin Franklin that examines the complexity of Franklin's personality and the diversity of his achievements.

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    4. Breaking with Britain (July 25, 2007)

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    3. Scientist (July 18, 2007)

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    July 18, 2007 meeting of Professor Bruce Thompson's course on Benjamin Franklin that examines the complexity of Franklin's personality and the diversity of his achievements.

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    2. Printer, Journalist, Citizen (July 11, 2007)

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    July 11, 2007 meeting of Professor Bruce Thompson's course on Benjamin Franklin that examines the complexity of Franklin's personality and the diversity of his achievements.

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    1. Pursuit of Happiness (June 27, 2007)

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    June 27, 2007 meeting of Professor Bruce Thompson's course on Benjamin Franklin that examines the complexity of Franklin's personality and the diversity of his achievements.

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