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Becoming Frederick Douglass
Douglass and the Photograph
One of the most photographed men of the 19th century, Douglass brilliantly uses the power of his image to challenge stereotypes of African Americans—a crucial step toward the abolition of slavery. "Becoming Frederick Douglass" is produced and directed by Stanley Nelson and Nicole London and features Wendell Pierce as the voice of Douglass.
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Discover how a man born into slavery became one of the nation’s most influential leaders.