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Historian George Goodwin discusses the life and legacy of the polymath and founding father of the United States of America, Benjamin Franklin <\/p>

By Elinor Evans\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Tuesday, 30 April 2024 at 06:00 AM<\/p>

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One of the founding fathers of the United States of America, Benjamin Franklin is a towering figure in 18th-century history. Although he is widely remembered for his role in the American War of Independence, his influence stretches far beyond that. Elinor Evans spoke to historian and author George Goodwin about the life and legacy of the polymath, from his groundbreaking scientific experiments to his vital contributions to America\u2019s independence struggle.<\/p>\n

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