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Benjamin Franklin
Explore the revolutionary life of one of the 18th century’s most consequential and compelling personalities, whose work and words unlocked the mystery of electricity and helped create the United States.
2022 7.8/10 community score 1 season · 2 episodes Ended
- Documentary
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8 platforms currently listed across all viewing options
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- 1
- Episodes
- 2
- Status
- Ended
Latest aired episode
S1 E2
An American (1775-1790)
Aired 1h 55m
In wartime Philadelphia, Benjamin Franklin helps Thomas Jefferson craft the Declaration of Independence. In Paris, he wins French support for the American Revolution. Back home, he works on the Constitution of the new United States.
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2 episodes
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