Database: A revolutionary scientist
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An inventor, a mathematician and an astronomer, David Rittenhouse was definitely one of the most prolific scientists of the American colonies. Rittenhouse was especially famous for his amazing self-made instruments including two orreries, mechanical models of the solar system. He also built his own observatory and his work was crucial to establishing boundaries between the colonies. During the Revolution, he served as a military engineer, supervising weapons production and gunpowder storage. He later was the first director of the US Mint. The importance of keeping your word In a society of merchants, with only limited ways to register complaints or exercise control, demonstrating trust and keeping your word was crucial. This was part of a larger system of values based on notoriety and prestige. Having a good reputation, being reliable and recognized was a guarantee of economic success and political influence. On the other hand, a bad reputation, some public failures and humiliations could bring a good name down...