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George Washington: The Man Who Wouldn't Be King

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The personal development of George Washington is the focus as Producer David Sutherland brings to life a uniquely human Washington who transformed himself from social climber into a patriot willing to give up everything for a higher cause.

DirectorDavid Sutherland
WritersWilliam Martin·David Sutherland

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Cast · Directed by David Sutherland

DMDavid McCullough
David McCullough
Host
WM
William Martin
Narrator

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