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Benjamin Franklin is considered by many to be one of the first to live the American Dream. He came from humble beginnings, Franklin was raised in Boston, the last of 17 children. Márcia Balisciano tells Don how he went from a printer’s apprentice to Founding Father of the United States, via stints in London.
Produced by Benjie Guy. Mixed by Stuart Beckwith. Senior Producer: Charlotte Long.
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Benjamin Franklin is considered by many to be one of the first to live the American Dream. He came from humble beginnings, Franklin was raised in Boston, the last of 17 children. Márcia Balisciano tells Don how he went from a printer’s apprentice to Founding Father of the United States, via stints in London.
Produced by Benjie Guy. Mixed by Stuart Beckwith. Senior Producer: Charlotte Long.
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