The Benjamin Franklin House is located at 36 Craven Street near the Thames in a very central part of London also close to Charing Cross Tube station. Benjamin Franklin lived there for 16 years up until 1775 when he left abruptly for America. During his time he lodged in this house and promoted good relations between the colonies and England but could not prevent the impending split. Franklin also pursued his scientific and musical interests in this house. It was here that he worked on his inventions, bifocals and the lightning rod.
Later in this house bones were found buried underneath. After Franklin left this house was apparently used as a place for surgeons to practice on dead bodies. Many times these bodies were stolen from graves as bodies to be used for medical practice were at a premium during the 18th century.
The house to this day maintains most of its original features including wood floors, staircases and marble fireplaces.
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