10. The Founder Of Dickinson College Joined The Sons Of Liberty
Benjamin Rush held many hats in Pennsylvania during his lifetime. He worked as a physician, social reformer, educator, humanitarian, and politician. Not only did Rush become a leader of the American Enlightenment, but he became a leader of the American Revolution.
Today, Rush is one of the most well-known voices of his time. He spent many of his giving speeches opposing Great Britain and remained an active politician until his passing. Rush signed his name on the Declaration of Independence and joined the Medical Committee of the Continental Congress.
