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- URL: https://www.cascadepbs.org/movies/courtmaker-john-marshall-and-the-forging-of-americas-supreme-court-2/extras/preview-30-2/
- Published: 2025-11-04T17:45:56.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-26T12:05:45.000Z
- Description: This documentary explores the life of the greatest judge in American history, John Marshall,
- Author: Cascade PBS Staff
- Tags: courtmaker-john-marshall-and-the-forging-of-americas-supreme-court-2, #ZZZ_Show_b3c6b984-9c0e-450c-b3be-3be38e912cc0, #v1.7, #ZZZ_Extra_d35c19ee-883d-45cd-85d1-98998b42dd3a, #movie-extra

In his 34 years as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court (1801–1835), John Marshall transformed the weakest branch of the federal government into a pillar of the nation. Courtmaker tells his story through a collection of defining moments that illuminate his life, his principles, and his enduring influence on American law.