William Franklin was Benjamin’s first child and his only son to survive into adulthood. His exact birthday is unknown, as is the identity of his mother, but he was born sometime around 1730 ...

Born on January 17, 1706 ... Of the "Founding Fathers," Benjamin Franklin alone signed the three pivotal documents associated with the nation's birth: the Declaration of Independence; the ...

As America enters the second Trump era, these 6 Benjamin Franklin lessons offer a roadmap for healing America’s divisions.

Those born on this date are under the sign of Capricorn. They include: -- Pope Pius V in 1504 -- American statesman/scientist ...

On Jan. 17th, as we celebrate the birth of Benjamin Franklin, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on his lesser-known ties ...

Born 1706, Boston, Massachusetts ... owner who later campaigned for the abolition of slavery BBC History: Benjamin Franklin Mr Drummey, whose society currently holds the records, said that ...