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Ken Burns’s two-part, four-hour documentary, "Benjamin Franklin," explores the revolutionary life of one of the18th century's most consequential and compelling personalities, whose work and words unlocked the mystery of electricity and helped create the United States.
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Corporate funding for BENJAMIN FRANKLIN was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by David M. Rubenstein. Major funding was also provided by The Pew Charitable Trusts, the...
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Filmmakers and special guests explore Franklin's writing in this virtual event series. (1h 15m 12s)
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Filmmakers and special guests explore Franklin's writing in this virtual event series. (56m 5s)
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Filmmakers and special guests explore Franklin's writing in this virtual event series. (1h 1m 26s)
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Join hour-long discussions with Ken Burns and special guests, featuring clips from the two-part series.
Corporate funding for BENJAMIN FRANKLIN was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by David M. Rubenstein. Major funding was also provided by The Pew Charitable Trusts, the...