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Benjamin Franklin
This category is for questions about the multi-talented Benjamin Franklin, who managed to be a scientist, politician, and just about everything in-between.
2,328 Questions
Poor Richard's Almanack was a yearly almanac published by Benjamin Franklin, who adopted the pseudonym of "Poor Richard" In this book Benjamin Franklin uses common words of the time to get his point across.
What is the value of a 1950 Ben Franklin half dollar?
1950 is not considered to be a rare date for half dollars. In very worn condition they're generally worth only their silver melt value, about $6 as of 09/2010. For higher grades, Numismedia lists the following retail values regardless of mint mark:
Moderately worn - $7.00
Slightly worn - $7.40
Philadelphia Mint - With no letter above the bell:
Almost no wear - $8.70
Uncirculated - $30-$100
Proof Coin - $460
Denver Mint - With the letter D above the bell:
Almost no wear - $23
Uncirculated - $32-$250
What day in 1784 did Ben Franklin invent bifocals?
The Library Company of Philadelphia, founded by Franklin and some of his friends, became America’s first lending library. In its print archives there exists a 1764 political cartoon which depicts Franklin wearing an unusual pair of eyeglasses, interpreted by some knowledgeable people as bifocals because the upper portion of each lens appears different from the lower portion. This is the only real evidence that Franklin invented bifocals. No one knows what day it occurred on.
How many kids did Franklin Delano Roosevelt have?
Our 32nd President Franklin Delano Roosevelt had 6 kids ( Anna Eleanor, James, Franklin Delano Jr.1, Elliott, Franklin Delano Jr.2, and John Aspinwall), but Franklin Delano Jr. the first died as a baby.
Did Benjamin Harrison have any brothers and sisters?
Children with first wife, Caroline Scott Harrison:
Russell Benjamin Harrison (August 12, 1854- December 13, 1936)
Mary "Mamie" Scott Harrison McKee (April 3, 1858- October 28, 1930 );
Children with second wife , Mary Scott Lord:
Elizabeth Harrison Walker (February 21, 1897- December 25, 1955)
take a strong interest in the good of society
~apex & a student .... a very important sudent *wink wink*
What is the Benjamin Franklin bridge toll?
$4 to enter Pennsylvania (West), free to enter New Jersey (East)
Did Benjamin Franklin own slaves?
Benjamin Franklin owned at least two slaves, George and King, before becoming an avid abolitionist in the years following the Revolutionary War.
I would add Peter and Jemima who are mentioned in his will to be freed but had already died before Franklin. There was also Othello who died at a young age. So that makes five and he had two slaves long after he became an abolitionist.
Benjamin Franklin tied a key to a kite to see if lightning was electricity.
How many illegitimate children did Benjamin Franklin have?
You might say that, since he was not legally married to his partner.
Did Ben Franklin agree with America having freedom?
He wanted Britain to treat the Colonies more fair.
What did Benjamin Franklin do as the president of the US?
Benjamin Franklin was never President of the U.S.; however, the was president of the Pennsylvania Executive Council, a position similar to governor today. He was also an inventor..
Did Benjamin Franklin have a middle name?
"Benjamin Franklin had a middle name but everyone that knew it died."
No. Benjamin Franklin had no middle name, as middle names were uncommon during the 1700s.
How does Benjamin Franklin show he is a kind person?
Benjamin is Generous because he is not selfish to people and he is also helpful to others. Well some people think his not generous because it's either they think his not the best of all mather luther king, Abraham Lincoln or other americans. But for me he is one generous person and nice
The snake , segmented , was a play upon the common image , easily recognized by colonial America , of the *Gadsden flag featuring the phrase "Don't Tread On Me" .
* See related link below .
What is the value of a 1962 silver proof Benjamin Franklin half dollar no mint mark?
7-8-11>>> All Franklin halves are considered common, even proof coins. Typical 1962 proofs sell for $18.00-$20.00
What was Benjamin Banneker accomplishment?
It was in 1789 which was a very odd time to be born but thats the date for ya :P
What is the value of a Benjamin Franklin 310 air rifle?
It would help if you identified the model. All Benjamin's old rifles had brass barrels.
model 317
Answer: The 317 was made between 1940-1969.
Add 20% for deluxe walnut stock. Add 25% for box and instructions.
Poor/Fair= $45
Fair=$65
Good=$80
Very good=$95
Excellent=$125
You will have to determine the condition. Assuming that the rifle still is in good working order and holds air.
Was Benjamin Franklin the only man to sign all four of the documents?
Franklin signed
- The Declaration of Independence,
- The Treaty of Alliance with France,
- The Treaty of Peace with England
- The U.S. Constitution.
As to "why" you would need to read his autobiography. In short, he was a great man who was well respected by his community. Whenever Pennsylvania or the colonies/nation needed a representative Franklin was on the "short list." He had a reputation for being diplomatic, smart, fair and friendly.
The above is wrong. Roger Sherman was the only founding father to sign all four great state papers of the U.S. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roger_Sherman
Roger Sherman signed:
- The Continental Association
- The Declaration of Independence
- The Articles of Confederation
- The Constitution
What year is a model 132 Ben Franklin pellet gun?
The 132 is part of a series made by Benjamin it covered models 130, 132 and 137. they were made in both .177 and .22 caliber. They were made between 1946-85. The name Benjamin Franklin was a marketing Gimmick. Walter Benjamin started the company back in 1899. Today Crosman air gun owns the company.
When was daylight savings started?
I believe it to have started when Benjamin Franklin invented it. I could be wrong however. It might have taken longer before it was realized!
What has the author Benjamin Franklin Cooley written?
Benjamin Franklin Bowen has written:
'America discovered by the Welsh in 1170 A. D' -- subject(s): Welsh, Discovery and exploration
'America discovered by the Welsh in 1170 A.D' -- subject(s): Welsh, Discovery and exploration, History
Why did Benjamin Franklin discovery electricity?
I think he was a bit shocked.
Actually, Ole Ben never discovered electricity. We knew about the energy for years before he played around with that kite. What he did discover is that lightening is made from it. That is an important discovery in itself. This allowed him to create the lightening rod, which saved many a barn.. and home.
The discovery of electric current goes back to Faraday, Tesla and others like these true geniuses. Ben was a piker compared ot the likes of these two!
But Ben's research intrigued him. He wrote a letter in which he said "For my own part, I never was before engaged in any study that so engrossed my attention and my time as this has lately done." He is credited for being the first to identify the concept of flow and plus and minus in electricity. His collections of letters to his friend Collinson in England were collected into a pamphlet which got Ben great fame in Europe as well as getting him elected to the Royal Society.
