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An American Enigma

Thomas Jefferson was one of America’s founding fathers.

Aired 05/08/2017

FromKen Burns

Thomas Jefferson

An American Enigma

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Thomas Jefferson was one of America’s founding fathers.

Thomas Jefferson is an enigma among American historical figures. He was one of America’s founding fathers, and the principal author of the Declaration of Independence. He later served as the third President of the United States.

Aired 05/08/2017

FromKen Burns

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The Road to Monticello

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Clip | 2m 59s | Upon his father’s death, Thomas Jefferson inherited several thousand acres of land. (2m 59s)

Drafting the Declaration of Independence

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Clip | 3m 38s | John Adams and Thomas Jefferson were tasked with drafting the Declaration of Independence. (3m 38s)

An American Enigma

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Clip | 4m 59s | Thomas Jefferson was one of America’s founding fathers. (4m 59s)

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