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The true history of Ben Franklin and his kite

If you grew up in America, you probably heard the story of Benjamin Franklin flying a kite during a thunderstorm. This is supposedly how he discovered electricity. While this tale is catchy, it’s not entirely accurate. But the real story might be even more interesting.

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