Benjamin Banneker

Benjamin Banneker (1731–1806) was a United States mathematician, astronomer and watchmaker.

Also recorded as Benjamin Bannaker.

Overview

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In detail

free African American scientist, surveyor, almanac author and farmer (1731–1806)

Sources

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    “Benjamin Banneker”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q557600: Benjamin Banneker

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