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Benjamin Franklin
A Discussion with Mandy Patinkin and Michael Douglas
Ken Burns speaks with Mandy Patinkin and Michael Douglas to discuss what it's like to take on their roles as founding father Benjamin Franklin.
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Benjamin Franklin helps craft the Declaration of Independence and wins French support.
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After success as a Philadelphia printer Benjamin Franklin earns worldwide fame in science.