The Franklin Institute's Resources for Science Learning Made possible by Unisys
Home (Main Navigation - Resources for Science Learning @ The Franklin Institute)For Learners (Main Navigation - Resources for Science Learning @ The Franklin Institute)For Educators (Main Navigation - Resources for Science Learning @ The Franklin Institute)Leadership (Main Navigation - Resources for Science Learning @ The Franklin Institute)Partnership (Main Navigation - Resources for Science Learning @ The Franklin Institute)About Us (Main Navigation - Resources for Science Learning @ The Franklin Institute)

Josiah Franklin (1657 - 1745)

           Born in England, moved to Boston in 1683
                     Candle and Soap Maker
                         Married twice
      Father of seventeen children: ten boys, seven girls
                              
 Benjamin Franklin (the elder) (1650 - 1727)       John Franklin (1643 - 1691)
 Josiah's Brother                                  Josiah's Brother
 Stayed with the family in Boston                  Stayed in England

Back to the Family Tree

Back to the Timeline