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Franklin & Washington: The Founding Partnership

Book • 2020
This book by Edward J. Larson explores the three-decade-long bond between Benjamin Franklin and George Washington, two vastly different men who were instrumental in American independence and the crafting of the United States Constitution.

Larson details their contributions during the American Revolution, with Franklin leading diplomatic efforts in Europe and Washington commanding the Continental Army.

The book also covers their work in the 1780s to strengthen the union, leading to the framing and ratification of the Constitution.

It emphasizes their intimate working friendship and how it amplified their collective efforts for the American project.

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