Early America's Important Historical Figures

I was born in France, but I lived in the US and designed its government buildings.

We signed the Declaration of Independence and drafted the US Constitution.

I believed the world was round. Queen Isabella gave me money to buy ships. I sailed in 1492.

I had three ships called the Nina, Pinta and Santa Maria. I landed in San Salvador, not Asia.

I published an almanac, a book written once a year with information like when to plant crops.

I became a scientist, mathematician and astronomer. I also planned Washington DC.

I sent a letter to Thomas Jefferson pleading with him to end slavery.

I founded one of the first European settlements in the upper Rio Grande Valley (New Mexico).

I led campaigns against Indians in Mexico, searched for silver, and established missions.

I converted Old City Hall in Philadelphia to the Federal Hall.

I was a leader in Philadephia and published Poor Richard's Almanack.

I founded the first library and fire department in the US. I invented the lightning rod.

President Washington asked me to design the new US capital. I was fired b/c I was over budget.

We are John Adams, Ben Franklin, Alex Hamilton, Thms Jefferson, Jms Madison and Geo Washington.

I helped write the Declaration of Independence and Constitution. I made a deal with France.

I was born in Italy and was a navigator and explorer. I am remembered on my holiday in October.