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Benjamin Franklin

A celebrated American polymath's remarkable life is explored.

Benjamin Franklin's life was a testament to his boundless energy and versatility, as he excelled in fields such as journalism, publishing, politics, diplomacy, science, and invention, ultimately shaping the course of history.

Episodes:

Episode 3 The Chess Master

3. The Chess Master

Aired: Nov 20, 2002

Franklin's life is examined in the next episode, highlighting his 14-year per...

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Info about Benjamin Franklin

Network: PBS

Production Countries: United States, Lithuania

Genres:Documentary, History, Biography

Main Cast

Colm FeoreColm Feorenarrator
Richard EastonRichard EastonBenjamin Franklin
Dylan BakerDylan BakerBenjamin Franklin
David AdkinsDavid AdkinsJohn Jay
Gerry BammanGerry BammanPaul Wentworth
Blair BrownBlair BrownJane Mecom
Anthony CochraneAnthony CochraneGeorge
Peter DonaldsonPeter DonaldsonJohn Adams
Ronald GuttmanRonald GuttmanLe Comte de Vergennes
Anthony HealdAnthony HealdJonathan Austin
Jefferson MaysJefferson MaysElkanah Watson
Brian MurrayBrian MurrayViscount Stormont
Martin RaynerMartin RaynerRobert Whittington
Natacha RoiNatacha RoiMme. Britton de Jouy
Sebastian RochéSebastian RochéFrench Aristocrat

Creators

Ronald BlumerRonald BlumerCreator, Writer

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