Benjamin Banneker was an inventor, surveyor, astronomer, mathematician, almanac author, clock maker, and peace activist.
Born on November 9, 1731, he received very little education from the school system. Much of his knowledge of mathematics and science was self-taught.
When given the task, Banneker created a surveyor's map for Washington, D.C. which rescued city planners from the inaccurate calculations of previous surveyors. In this way, he helped to create one of the world's most beautiful cities.
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