Episode Details

Very little is known about the first black inventor, scientist and part time surveyor, Benjamin Banneker. However, what is known is infinitely fascinating.

This week, I discuss the life of Benjamin Banneker. From growing up on a tobacco farm in Maryland, to partaking in the survey of the newly established capital city, Banneker defied expectations and was one of the first Black Americans to publish a series of Almanacs.

Learn all about the inventor this week on Civics & Coffee.

Sources Used This Episode: 

• The Life of Benjamin Banneker by Silvio A. Bedini
• Benjamin Banneker, Astronomer [Video] by Biography. (YouTube)
• Benjamin Banneker The Inventor/Scientist/Astrologer/Almanac Author/Farmer! [Video] by Black Excellence & Abundance (YouTube)

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