This individual is often referred to as the one-hundred-dollar man and even the greatest American ever. Benjamin Franklin is one of the main founding fathers of the United States and played a major role in the American Enlightenment. Franklin was one of the most intelligent and impactful Americans to ever live and he proved that with his inventions and involvement with the U.S. Government.
One of Benjamin's major impacts to the United States, and even, the world was his many inventions. Franklin invented objects that he knew would not only benefit himself but also other fellow Americans. His inventions show his intelligence and his need to help people. Most of his inventions are still used today in the 21st century and that is saying a lot because technology is getting more advanced as the days grow older. Benjamin wanted to see the United States succeed in all aspects and wanted to be a part of its success. “Franklin
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“The alliance with France was signed on February 6, 1778. creating an alliance between France and the United States” (Franklin). Without Benjamin Franklin signing the treaty of alliance with France, Britain would have attacked the United States and the U.S. would have never stood a chance against Britain's forces. This act by Benjamin Franklin shows his awareness during a time of great stress when the United States needed someone to step up and do something. This is just one of the many important documents that Franklin signed. Benjamin Franklin was widely diverse and showed that with his launching of the first institution of higher learning, which brought a lot of attention to the United States from immigrants. Benjamin Franklin became known all around the world and when immigrants thought of the United States they thought of people like Franklin. This is also known as the American Dream, which was essentially created by Benjamin