The geekiest of geeks. Benjamin Franklin was an inventor, scientist, politician, author and painter. He is credited to have invented the bifocal spectacles, the Franklin stove, the lightning rod and for proving that lightning is electricity.
Benjamin Franklin was born on 17 January, 1706
Today's Events: 1 May
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International Workers’ Day
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Spongebob SquarePants introduced on Nickelodeon
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Planet Pluto named
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First in-flight cooked meal
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First adhesive stamp issued – Penny Black
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Illuminati established by Adam Weishaupt
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Carl Linnaeus publishes Species Plantarum
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May Day [May Day - 1 May]
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Labour Day (International) [Labour Day (International) - 1 May]
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Lei Day [Lei Day - 1 May]
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Phil Foglio Birthday
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Joseph Heller Birthday
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J. Allen Hynek Birthday
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Radhia Cousot Death Anniversary
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Jukka Tapanimäki Death Anniversary
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John Walker Death Anniversary