“Never praise your cider or your horse”
Quote by Benjamin Franklin
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Poor Richard's Almanack: Being the Almanacks of 1733, 1749, 1756, 1757, 1758, First Written Under the Name of Richard Saunders
Poor Richard's Almanack is a series of annual publications that span several years, including 1733, 1749, 1756, 1757, and 1758. These almanacs, first written under the name Richard Saunders, were published by Benjamin Franklin. They contain a variety of information such as weather forecasts, astronomical data, and insights on moral and practical matters. The almanacs were popular for their time and have since become a significant part of Franklin's legacy. more
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Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin was a prominent figure in American history, serving as one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He was a statesman, scientist, inventor, and writer, born on January 17, 1706, and died on April 17, 1790. Franklin is renowned for his contributions to electricity, his support for the American colonial independence movement, and his successful diplomatic efforts in France. more
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