What Happened in 1718

Benjamin Franklin Begins Apprenticeship

After a failed cutlery apprenticeship, 12-year-old Ben was apprenticed to his brother James to learn the printer’s trade. Ben’s quick mind and... Read more

Edward 'Blackbeard' Teach is Killed

The plan to surprise Teach and his crew worked; the pirates were apparently taken aback at his assault. Teach rallied his men and the two groups... Read more