Benjamin Franklin: Final Years and Lasting Legacy

The video explores Benjamin Franklin's significant role in the Constitutional Convention of 1787, where he nominated George Washington and delivered the influential Rising Sun speech. It includes a quiz on Franklin's age, the convention's purpose, and his speech inspiration. The video also highlights Franklin's continued public service, including his efforts to abolish slavery, and his legacy as a self-made man. A thinking question prompts viewers to consider which of Franklin's personality traits contributed most to his success.

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