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Franklin Makes a Name for Himself as a Printer

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Franklin’s Endlessly Quotable Poor Richard’s Almanack

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Franklin Hears About Washington’s Victory at Yorktown

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Franklin and the Antislavery Movement

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Franklin and the Antislavery Movement

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Compromise and the Constitution of the United States

Compromise and the Constitution of the United States

Compromise and the Constitution of the United States

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Benjamin Franklin House in London

Benjamin Franklin House in London

Benjamin Franklin House in London

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Benjamin Franklin’s Theory of Colds

Benjamin Franklin’s Theory of Colds

Benjamin Franklin’s Theory of Colds

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The Treaty of Paris, 1783

The Treaty of Paris, 1783

The Treaty of Paris, 1783

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Franklin and Adams: Rivals on the Same Diplomatic Mission

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Benjamin Franklin

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Ken Burns’s four-hour documentary, Benjamin Franklin, explores the revolutionary life of one of the 18th century’s most consequential figures, whose work and words unlocked the mystery of electricity and helped create the United States.

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Spanish Version | “Join or Die” (1706-1774)

After success as a Philadelphia printer Benjamin Franklin earns worldwide fame in science.

“An American” (1775-1790)

“An American” (1775-1790)

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Season 1 Episode 2

“An American” (1775-1790)

Benjamin Franklin helps craft the Declaration of Independence and wins French support.

“Join or Die” (1706-1774)

“Join or Die” (1706-1774)

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Season 1 Episode 1

“Join or Die” (1706-1774)

After success as a Philadelphia printer Benjamin Franklin earns worldwide fame in science.