![]() He was the son of Josiah and Abiah Lee Franklin.Īge (at time of death): 84 years, 3 months James published much of his work under the pseudonym “Poor Robin,” a 17th and 18th-century satirical almanac series. Ann took over the printing business and continued to print books, pamphlets, etc., until she died in 1763. He was married to Ann Smith, and they shared five children. He passed away at 38 years old on his birthday and wedding anniversary after suffering from an unspecified illness. James Franklin was the first to show that entrepreneurial, innovative spirit his younger brother Benjamin likely took inspiration from! He was an accomplished author, printer, and newspaper/almanac publisher.Īpart from being the brother of one of the most instrumental figures in world history, he’s best known for publishing the New England Courant - one of the oldest American newspapers and considered one of the first independent papers. Known For: Publisher of the New England Courant ![]()
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