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Tavolcade of America, sponsored by the DuPont Company, maker of better things for better living through chemistry, presents Frederick March as Thomas Jefferson in the Lengthening Shadow. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. The man who wrote those words was born 200 years ago tomorrow. From the moment th…

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In The Lengthening Shadow, the life of Thomas Jefferson is brought to life through the voice of Frederick March, celebrating the 200th anniversary of Jefferson's birth. The episode opens with a reflection on the principles of equality and liberty that Jefferson famously articulated. As a young man in Williamsburg, Jefferson grapples with his identity as a farmer and lawyer, torn between personal ambitions and the growing unrest in the colonies. His early experiences shape his understanding of freedom and responsibility, setting the stage for his future contributions to American democracy.

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Cavalcade of America, Episode 326

The Lengthening Shadow

Monday, April 12, 1943 · 25:36

Cavalcade of America, Episode 326

The Lengthening Shadow

Monday, April 12, 1943 · 25:36

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In The Lengthening Shadow, Thomas Jefferson reflects on his life and the principles of freedom he champions. As he navigates personal and political challenges, he grapples with the weight of his ideals and their implications for America.

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