From Poverty to Power: The James B. Duke Story
1/14/2016 | 27m 52sVideo has Closed Captions
Explore the life of one of the wealthiest industrialists of the 20th century.
This documentary details the life of James B. Duke. From his humble beginnings on a farm in North Carolina, James B. Duke became one of the wealthiest industrialists of the 20th century. Through business and philanthropy, he helped transform the Carolinas. Learn more about this native son and his family’s enduring legacy.
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PBS North Carolina Presents is a local public television program presented by PBS NC
From Poverty to Power: The James B. Duke Story
1/14/2016 | 27m 52sVideo has Closed Captions
This documentary details the life of James B. Duke. From his humble beginnings on a farm in North Carolina, James B. Duke became one of the wealthiest industrialists of the 20th century. Through business and philanthropy, he helped transform the Carolinas. Learn more about this native son and his family’s enduring legacy.
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