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The Mentor: Benjamin Franklin, Vol. 6, Num. 7, Serial No. 155, May 15, 1918

By Albert Bushnell Hart
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Born to modest means, he rose from apprentice printer to a prolific public figure whose activities ranged from journalism and civic reform to science and diplomacy. He edited a newspaper, founded a debating club and an academy, organized firefighting and policing, improved urban paving and lighting, and promoted hospitals and militia defense. He conducted scientific experiments and published on varied subjects while serving in colonial assemblies and as a colonial agent abroad; he helped draft independence measures, negotiated foreign support and peace settlements, participated in framing national government, and supported measures against slavery. The account emphasizes restless industriousness and practical public improvement across many fields.

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Albert Bushnell Hart

Albert Bushnell Hart was an American historian and educator known for his contributions to the understanding of early American history. He served as a professor at Harvard University, where he influenced many students and scholars. Hart's notable works include "Formation of the Union, 1750-1829," which explores the complex processes that led to the establishment of the United States. He also contributed to the popular educational series "The Mentor," producing several volumes that presented American history in an accessible format. His writings reflect a commitment to making historical knowledge available to a broader audience, emphasizing the importance of understanding the nation's past.

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