One Against the World

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One Against the World

1939

0h 11m

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This short film presents the story of Dr. Ephraim McDowell, who came under scrutiny for his pioneering of surgical practices.

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6 members

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Jonathan Hale

Dr. Ephraim McDowell

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John Nesbitt

Narrator (voice)

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Harold Goodwin

Tom Crawford (uncredited)

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Claire McDowell

Jane Todd Crawford (uncredited)

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Charles Middleton

Mr. Crumley (uncredited)

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Dick Rich

Sol Rakes (uncredited)

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