FIRST - University in the United States - Philadelphia, PA
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N 39° 57.136 W 075° 08.811
18S E 487456 N 4422470
A plaque honoring Ben Franklin and the First University in the United States.
Waymark Code: WM6QMK
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 07/09/2009
Views: 10
The plaque reads:
Benjamin Franklin
1706 - 1790
The class of 1930 at its 50th reunion honors Benjamin Franklin founder of the University of Pennsylvania which began at this site in 1749 and which in 1779 became the first university in this nation.
We recognize the growth of our beloved institute from small beginning to world renown.
May our fellow men note our affection for the University and our respect for it's architect.
May 1980
FIRST - Classification Variable: Item or Event
Date of FIRST: 01/01/1749
More Information - Web URL: Not listed
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