Thomas Jefferson: A View from the Mountain1995

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A documentary about race, slavery and the new nation

One of America's most complex and enduring figures, Thomas Jefferson struggled personally and publicly with an issue that would come to define our nation. Examining the possible relationship between Jefferson and Monticello slave Sally Hemings, the program includes comments from such noted historians as Pulitzer Prize-winner Gordon Wood, former Congresswoman Barbara Jordan, noted Jefferson biographer Merrill Peterson, and others. Featuring the voices of Edward Herrmann, Sissy Spacek, Danny Glover, and Robert Prosky.

Released

30. 6. 2026

Runtime

57 min

Network

PBS

Status

Ended

Seasons

1 season, 2 episodes aired

Certification

NO

Country, language

US · EN

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