Rosalind Franklin By b33 Jul 25, 1920 Rosalind Franklin was born in London, England. Period: Jul 25, 1920 to Apr 16, 1958 Rosalind Franklin's Life Nov 16, 1929 Franklin became ill and was sent to boarding school. Jan 1, 1931 Franklin went to St. Paul's school for girls. Jan 1, 1938 Franklin went to Newnham College. Jan 1, 1942 Franklin became a researcher for BCURA, the Brittish Coal Utilization Research Association. Jan 1, 1947 Franklin moved to Paris. May 1, 1952 Franklin takes photo 51 while working at King's College. Jan 1, 1956 Franklin becomes ill with ovarian cancer. Apr 16, 1958 Franklin dies of ovarian cancer.