Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Tip for Easy Puzzles: Start with single-letter words — they're almost always A or I. Two-letter words like XY are likely IS, IT, IN, AT, or TO. Lock in a few letters early and the rest of the puzzle will open up quickly. Full solving guide →
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Benjamin Franklin was a renowned American polymath who excelled as a printer, scientist, inventor, and diplomat during the 18th century. He conducted groundbreaking experiments with electricity, famously demonstrating that lightning was electrical in nature. Franklin also invented the lightning rod, bifocal glasses, and the Franklin stove, while his witty aphorisms like "A penny saved is a penny earned" became part of American culture. His contributions to both science and the founding of the United States made him one of history's most influential figures.