Why is Benjamin Franklin on the $100 bill?

[ErlindaDea]

Hi everyone,
I was wondering why Benjamin Franklin was chosen to be on the $100 bill. He wasn't a president, so what's the reason behind it? Thanks!

 

[rathore]

Benjamin Franklin appears on the $100 bill, because he was a Founding Father, inventor, and statesman who gave himself to America causing her independence and growth. In the fields of Politics Science and Diplomacy, he has become a symbol of wisdom and progress to the nation.

 

[Lucas]

Benjamin Franklin is on the $100 bill because he was a Founding Father, inventor, diplomat, and key figure in shaping America’s independence and identity.

 

[Mayank singh]

Benjamin Franklin is on the $100 bill because he was a Founding Father, inventor, diplomat, and influential thinker whose contributions to American independence, science, and civic life symbolize wisdom, innovation, and leadership, making him a fitting figure for the currency.

 

[Lucky]

Benjamin Franklin appears on the $100 bill because he was a Founding Father, statesman, inventor, diplomat, and key figure in shaping early American government. His contributions to independence, science, education, and civic development made him one of the most influential Americans. The U.S. Treasury honors him on high-denomination currency for his national significance.