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Stacy Schiff

Season 6 Episode 5 | 26m 40s

Samuel Adams, though often overlooked today, was a driving force behind the Revolution and played a key role in the Boston Tea Party, earning him the praise of his contemporaries, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. Celebrated author Stacy Schiff explores his journey from a failed son of wealth to a tireless revolutionary who united leaders like Hancock and Adams.

Aired: 01/28/25 | Expires: 11/15/25
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