... the bottom. This experiment led Ben to inventing the lightning rod which used the principle of electrical grounding (Fleming 43-48). For his scientific work Franklin received honorary degrees from many colleges and universities. He was also made an honorary member of the British Royal Society and the French ... effects on the colonies he immediately went before Parliament to protest it (Eberle 118-19). In London, during the years just before the American Revolution, Franklin was busy gathering support for the colonies through the British press (Donovan 101). He gained a tremendous amount...

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... of the country. Benjamin Franklin is one of these individuals. From his mid-teens until the time of his death Franklin received much acclaim for his contributions towards the American Revolution and the federal government. Franklin's explorations of fields including literature, diplomacy, politics and science helped create a new nation. Franklin was ahead of his time in many aspects. His insight and ... electrical phenomenon." (Morgan). His plan was published in London and carried out in England and France prior to his "key" experiment with the kite in 1752. "In recognition of his scien...

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... strive to adhere to a list of such virtues during this period, they did begin to change their sense of self. People were not satisified with predestination, they wanted logical and scientific explainations, as well as a chance to improve themselves. In one way or another, most Americans began to think of themselves much like Frankiln did- capable of improvement, explaination, and not ... if you woke up after all those years?" That is not the only thing this story does. This fairytale is a glance into the hearts and minds of Americans during the Revolution. America is changing so fast at...

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... strive to adhere to a list of such virtues during this period, they did begin to change their sense of self. People were not satisified with predestination, they wanted logical and scientific explainations, as well as a chance to improve themselves. In one way or another, most Americans began to think of themselves much like Frankiln did- capable of improvement, explaination, and not ... if you woke up after all those years?" That is not the only thing this story does. This fairytale is a glance into the hearts and minds of Americans during the Revolution. America is changing so fast at...

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• Grade Level: High School