The Naked Underground: Founding Father's Death Wish (1:22)
In this Naked Underground video, explore the urban legends surrounding the founding fathers of the United States. Did all fifty-six signers all die mysterious deaths shortly after signing the Declaration of Independence.
Videos (7)
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The Naked Underground: Founding Father's Death Wish
The Naked Underground: Founding Father's Death WishVideo Clip (1:22)
Video Clip (1:22)
In this Naked Underground video, explore the urban legends surrounding the founding fathers of the United States. Did all fifty-six signers all die mysterious deaths shortly after signing the Declaration of Independence.
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The Founding Fathers Unite
The Founding Fathers UniteVideo Clip (2:51)
Video Clip (2:51)
Who wrote which parts of the anonymous Federalist Papers? Madison and Jefferson disagree.
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Founding Fathers of Innovation
Founding Fathers of InnovationVideo Clip (1:25)
Video Clip (1:25)
Our Founding Fathers were responsible for a lot more than the Declaration of Independence. Find out more about their legacy of innovation.
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Ancient Aliens: Aliens and the Founding Fathers
Ancient Aliens: Aliens and the Founding FathersVideo Clip (44:13)
Video Clip (44:13)
Legend has it that some of America's founding fathers had encounters with extraterrestrials. Did these run-ins influence everything from the symbols and architecture of Washington, D.C., to the founding documents of the United States?
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Jefferson and the Continental Congress
Jefferson and the Continental CongressVideo Clip (3:33)
Video Clip (3:33)
Over 17 days, Thomas Jefferson writes what will become the mission statement for a revolution and a new nation: the Declaration of Independence.
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Jefferson Challenges the King
Jefferson Challenges the KingVideo Clip (2:21)
Video Clip (2:21)
Thomas Jefferson is known for penning The Declaration of Independence, but some of his earlier writings establish the pattern of challenging the British monarchy.
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John Adams: The Early Years
John Adams: The Early YearsVideo Clip (4:00)
Video Clip (4:00)
One of the most influential founding fathers of the United States, John Adams persuaded Congress to adopt the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
Photo Galleries (1)
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Founding Fathers and Pre-Civil War Presidents
Founding Fathers and Pre-Civil War Presidents(15 Photos)
15 Photos
View an image slideshow on Founding Fathers and Pre-Civil War Presidents.
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