On this date in 1752
PICTURE OF THE MOMENT
Way back on this date in 1752 Benjamin Franklin flew a kite.
The rest, as they say, is history.
Ever wonder what kind of kite?
Perhaps this:
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Posted on June 10, 2012, in Halls of History, History, Manmade, Photos, Picture of the Moment and tagged benjamin franklin, history, kites. Bookmark the permalink. 4 Comments.
That twirly thing on the tail is wild! Ben would have loved having that kite, for sure.
I’ll have to remember “twirly thing.” I had no idea what it was. lol
HAHAH… cool kite! I miss flying one. Or did I ever fly one. Hmm..
Pink.
Wow, awesome kite and awesome photo as usual