Thomas Jefferson
7.8
1997-02-18
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.
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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.
First Aired
1997-02-18
Last Aired
1997-02-19
Seasons
1
Episodes
2
Director
Status
Ended
Genres
Documentary
Language
English
Network
PBS
Production
American Lives Film Project
Florentine Films
WETA
