1731 – 1806

Benjamin Banneker

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

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Born

1731-11-09, Baltimore County

Died

1806-10-19

Birthplace state

Maryland

Biography

Benjamin Banneker was born in Baltimore County, Maryland in 1731 and died in 1806. He worked as a naturalist, mathematician, astronomer, surveyor, and farmer, and authored almanacs. He was a landowner.

Occupation

Benjamin Banneker is recorded as a inventor, a editor, a watchmaker, a mathematician, a farmer, a naturalist and a astronomer, born in Maryland (1731–1806).

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Frequently asked about Benjamin Banneker

Who was Benjamin Banneker?

Benjamin Banneker was free African American scientist, surveyor, almanac author and farmer (1731–1806), born in Maryland (1731 – 1806).

When and where was Benjamin Banneker born?

Benjamin Banneker was born on 1731-11-09 in Baltimore County.

When did Benjamin Banneker die?

Benjamin died on 1806-10-19.

What was Benjamin Banneker known for?

Benjamin Banneker is recorded as a inventor, a editor, a watchmaker, a mathematician, a farmer, a naturalist and a astronomer.

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