Becoming Frederick Douglass

Discover how a man born into slavery became one of the nation’s most influential leaders.

Discover how a man born into slavery became one of the most influential voices for democracy in American history. Oscar-nominated filmmaker Stanley Nelson explores the role Douglass played in securing the right to freedom for African Americans.

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