Happy Birthday Abraham Lincoln: A Culture Show Special

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Duration: 1 hour

Abraham Lincoln is one of the most iconic figures in American history. Justin Webb, the BBC's former North American editor, explores the enduring myth of the president who helped to shape the American Dream. Featuring interviews with Steven Spielberg, Daniel Day-Lewis and Alastair Campbell, Justin examines the hold Lincoln continues to have and why people still believe America is the Land of the Free.

Last on

Wed 13 Feb 2013 00:20 BBC Two Northern Ireland only

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Credits

Series Producer
Matthew Springford
Series Editor
Janet Lee
Presenter
Justin Webb
Participant
Steven Spielberg
Participant
Daniel Day-Lewis
Participant
Alastair Campbell
Director
Lesley Smith

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