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FRANKLIN, Benjamin: Statue at the Library Company in Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaDon't miss the other attractions in PhiladelphiaBenjamin Franklin (January 1706 – April 17, 1790) was one of the most important Founding Fathers of the United States. He was a leading author, political theorist, politician, printer, scientist, inventor, civic activist, and diplomat. As a scientist he was a major figure in the history of physics for his discoveries and theories regarding electricity. As a political writer and activist he, more than anyone, invented the idea of an American nation, and as a diplomat during the American Revolution, he secured the French alliance that helped to make independence possible. Source: Wikipedia Marble by Francesco Lazzerini (Sculptor) Address: 1314 Locust St Nearest Metro: N/A () Smithsonian Art Inventories Catalog: Control number 76006763 (dcMem ID #6542) More pictures of this attraction ![]() 0006000/06542_0010033949.jpg Sources & Links: | |||||