Benjamin Franklin (Civ7)

Benjamin Franklin (January 17, 1706 – April 17, 1790) was an American statesman, political philosopher, and scientist. As a member of the Founding Fathers of the United States, he was one of the main the . He later acted as the first official to France, his efforts proving vital in securing French support during the . He is a leader in Civilization VII.
== Intro ==
In colonial America, few individuals shone as brightly as Benjamin Franklin. Beginning as a humble printer, he soon established himself as a prominent newspaper publisher. In 1747, he moved into politics and became one of the Founding Fathers, participating in the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence. A restless polymath, Franklin also made many contributions to science in fields as diverse as electricity and oceanography.
== Lines ==
TBA
== Strategy ==
TBA
== Leader path ==
Level	Unlocks
2 	
3 	Diplomatic Attribute Node
* +25% Relationship from starting or supporting Endeavors. -25% Relationship from starting Sanctions or rejecting Endeavors.
4 	Exploration Diplomatic Legacy Card
* As Benjamin Franklin, access a new Exploration Legacy Card
** +15% . -2 Combat Strength for Naval Units.
4 	Exploration Scientific Legacy Card
* As Benjamin Franklin, access a new Exploration Legacy Card
** +15% . -10% .
5 	
6 	Benjamin Franklin Badge 1
* A customizable Badge.
7 	
8 	
9 	
10 	
== Civilopedia entry ==
== Trivia ==
* Benjamin Franklin's leader ability is one of his epithets, reflecting his crucial involvement in the campaigns for colonial unity that led to the , while his agenda refers to a set of habits that lead a society into prosperity and success.
== Gallery ==
File:Benjamin Franklin.png|A painting of Benjamin Franklin by Joseph Siffred Duplessis (which appears to inspired his in-game model)
== Videos ==
thumb|center|300px|First Look: Benjamin Franklin
== See also ==
* Benjamin Franklin in other games
== External links ==
* https://civilization.2k.com/civ-vii/game-guide/leaders/benjamin-franklin/