Benjamin Franklin

Early LifeBen was born January 17, 1706 to Abiah

Folger, and Josiah Franklin.He was the 8th child in his parents

marriage.His father sent him to Grammar School

to enter the clergy.Benjamin was taken out of school to

work under his father’s trade.He would constantly read and write to

improve his intelligence.

PrintingWhen Benjamin was 12 he became

involved in the printing business.At the age of 15, his brother started his

own newspaper, the New England Courant.

He worked as his brothers apprentice.In 1729, Benjamin bought a newspaper,

the Pennsylvania Gazette.

Silence DogoodWhile working for his older brother, Ben

wrote letters under the name Silence Dogood.

The letters were published in his brothers newspaper.

Some topics of these letters were women’s rights, and religion.

The letters were a big impact on the community.

Life In Europe• Went to England in 1723.• Became a master printer.• Astonished people with his exquisite

writing.

Inventions• Franklin Stove• Swim Fins• Odometer• Bifocals• Lightning Rod

Founding Father• Signed all four documents that

helped construct the birth of our nation.

• Elected on the Continental Congress

DeathBenjamin Franklin died April 17, 1790.Around 20,000 people attended his funeral.He was buried beside his wife, Deborah.