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Thomas Jefferson

1997-02-18
7.8
en
Documentary
The complex life of Thomas Jefferson, who wrote that "all men are created equal" yet owned slaves, is recounted by master filmmaker Ken Burns in this probing documentary. Covering Jefferson's diplomatic work in France, his two presidential terms, his retirement at Monticello and more.

Director

Ken Burns

Writer

Geoffrey C. Ward

Creator

Ken Burns

usa president slavery independence movement biography miniseries american revolution

Status

Ended

Countries

  • United States of America

Companies

  • American Lives Film Project
  • Florentine Films
  • WETA