1977 1978 Benjamin Franklin Comm Cover

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Cover Honors Founding Father Benjamin Franklin

Own this cover picturing Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790). The Flag over Independence Hall stamp is tied to the cover with a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, postmark. This city is where Franklin spent much of his life. The January 17 date marked the 272th anniversary of his birth.

Franklin was a statesman, scientist, inventor, and publisher. As one of the Founding Fathers, he signed the Declaration of Independence. He was America’s first Postmaster General.

Cover Honors Founding Father Benjamin Franklin

Franklin was a statesman, scientist, inventor, and publisher. As one of the Founding Fathers, he signed the Declaration of Independence. He was America’s first Postmaster General.