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Royal Society Fellowship election certificate for Benjamin Franklin

The Royal Society1756

The Royal Society

The Royal Society
London, United Kingdom

The citation reads: "Benjamin Franklin Esqr of Philadelphia, a gentleman, who has very eminently distinguished himself by various discoveries in natural philosophy, & who first suggested the experiments to prove the analogy between lightning & electricity, being desirous of being elected a fellow of the Royal Society, is recommended by us in consideration of his great merit, & of his many communications, as highly deserving the honour he desires

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  • Title: Royal Society Fellowship election certificate for Benjamin Franklin
  • Creator: The Royal Society
  • Date Created: 1756
  • Rights: Copyright The Royal Society, 2018
  • Scientist: Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)
  • Field: Natural Philosophy
  • Catalogue Reference: EC/1756/04
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