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American History Tellers
Benjamin Franklin | The Flame of Liberty | 2
Jun 19, 2024
Benjamin Franklin, a key figure in the American Revolution, is thrust into the conflict upon his return to America. The podcast delves into Franklin's evolution, strained relationships, struggles for independence, high-stakes negotiations, mission for American independence in France, and his role in the final stages of the Revolutionary War. It also explores his return, involvement in the Constitutional Convention, stance against slavery, and his faith in democracy.
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- Benjamin Franklin played a pivotal role in securing French support for the American Revolution, negotiating for funding and military aid.
- Franklin's Great Compromise proposal at the Constitutional Convention helped resolve disputes over representation in Congress, paving the way for the adoption of the U.S. Constitution.
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British Offer Peace with Independence
During a meeting on Staten Island, Lord Richard Howe offers American independence within the British Empire to Benjamin Franklin and other American representatives. Franklin insists on full recognition of American sovereignty, leading to failed peace talks.
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