Benjamin Hanks
Businessperson, Deceased Person
1755 – 1824
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Who was Benjamin Hanks?
Benjamin Hanks is generally accepted to be the first person to make bronze cannons and church bells in the United States. He was a goldsmith, instrument maker, clockmaker, bellfounder, and foundry owner.
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- Born
- Oct 29, 1755
Mansfield - Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Died
- Dec 15, 1824
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on July 23, 2013
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