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S2·E13 Mr. Peale's Dinosaur

Core Aired December 29, 1953 60 min
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Synopsis

A drama relating the events which led to Charles Willson Peale's conception of the idea of establishing in Philadelphia a national museum of natural history and his efforts to provide the museum with noteworthy exhibits. Time: 1794. Painter Charles Wilson Peale risks his career and possessions to excavate and reconstruct a fossilized mastadon, the greatest skeleton ever seen in his day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 2 Episode 13 of Cavalcade of America air?

Season 2, Episode 13 ('Mr. Peale's Dinosaur') originally aired on December 29, 1953.

How long is Season 2 Episode 13 ('Mr. Peale's Dinosaur')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.

What happens in Cavalcade of America Season 2 Episode 13?

A drama relating the events which led to Charles Willson Peale's conception of the idea of establishing in Philadelphia a national museum of natural history and his efforts to provide the museum with noteworthy exhibits. Time: 1794. Painter Charles Wilson Peale risks his career and possessions to ex...

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