When Benjamin Franklin said "a republic, if you can keep it." he meant that The citizens of a republic have to participate and work to keep it.
He said this because our constitution is not a self correcting government. But, it requires the constant devotion and attention of all citizens in order to have a unified nation.
Silas Deane died after becoming ill when he boarded the ship Boston Packet in 1789.
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<h3>Who was Silas Deane?</h3>
Silas Deane was an American merchant, politician, and diplomat, and a supporter of American independence.
He died in 1789 after boarding the ship Boston Packet. He died on board while the ship was awaiting repairs after turning back following damage from fierce winds.
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