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The Boston Latin School, founded in 1635, is considered the first public school in the United States, and its original site is marked in Boston.
Famous alumni include Benjamin Franklin, John Hancock, and Samuel Adams, all of whom played significant roles in American history.
The original structure was demolished in 1745, but a commemorative plaque marks the site where it once stood.
The school set a precedent for public education in America, emphasizing a classical curriculum that influenced many subsequent institutions.
The school did not admit female students until 1972, reflecting broader societal changes in gender equality.
