Collection context
Summary
- Creators:
- Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790.
- Abstract:
- This collection consists of various manuscripts and letters by, to, and about American diplomat Benjamin Franklin assembled at the Huntington Library.
- Extent:
- 38 items in 1 box (1.17 linear feet)
- Language:
- English.
Background
- Scope and content:
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This collection consists of various manuscripts and letters by, to, and about American diplomat Benjamin Franklin assembled at the Huntington Library. The materials date from 1750 to 1787. Additional Franklin manuscripts housed separately are listed in the Related Materials section of this finding aid.
- Biographical / historical:
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Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Franklin was an author, inventor, diplomat, politician, and scientist.
- Acquisition information:
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The collection was assembled from various sources. More information can be found in the item descriptions, when available.
- Arrangement:
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The collection is arranged chronologically in one box.
- Rules or conventions:
- Finding aid prepared using Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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RESTRICTED. Available with curatorial approval. Requires extended retrieval and delivery time.
- Location of this collection:
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1151 Oxford RoadSan Marino, CA 91108, US
- Contact:
- (626) 405-2191