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Big Picture, Episode 332, Whites of Their Eyes
in Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer (RG111), of United States. National Archives and Records Administration. Federal Records, in Big Picture, Episode 332 (District of Columbia: United States. Army Pictorial Service, 1955), 28 mins
In a historical survey which spans the 181 years of the American republic, the program describes how the citizen responds to the call to arms when it is necessary to defend his family and country.
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in Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer (RG111), of United States. National Archives and Records Administration. Federal Records, in Big Picture, Episode 332 (District of Columbia: United States. Army Pictorial Service, 1955), 28 mins
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In a historical survey which spans the 181 years of the American republic, the program describes how the citizen responds to the call to arms when it is necessary to defend his family and country.
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Stuart Queen
Date Published / Released
1955
Publisher
United States. Army Pictorial Service
Series
Big Picture
Speaker / Narrator
Stuart Queen
Topic / Theme
International relations, Invasions, Military personnel, Military reserve troops, War, Cold War, 1945-1989, D-Day Invasion, June 6, 1944, World War II, 1939-1945, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Big Picture, Episode 402, Why NATO
in Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer (RG111), of United States. National Archives and Records Administration. Federal Records, in Big Picture, Episode 402 (District of Columbia: United States. Army Pictorial Service, 1957), 29 mins
The story of NATO -- The North Atlantic Treaty Organization. As shown in this episode, the United States as a founding member of this vital international body, has demonstrated to the world the importance we place on the closest association between the members of the Atlantic community. Throughout history, nations...
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in Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer (RG111), of United States. National Archives and Records Administration. Federal Records, in Big Picture, Episode 402 (District of Columbia: United States. Army Pictorial Service, 1957), 29 mins
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The story of NATO -- The North Atlantic Treaty Organization. As shown in this episode, the United States as a founding member of this vital international body, has demonstrated to the world the importance we place on the closest association between the members of the Atlantic community. Throughout history, nations have sought through treaties and alliances with other nations, to maintain their security and remain free from attack. But not until t...
The story of NATO -- The North Atlantic Treaty Organization. As shown in this episode, the United States as a founding member of this vital international body, has demonstrated to the world the importance we place on the closest association between the members of the Atlantic community. Throughout history, nations have sought through treaties and alliances with other nations, to maintain their security and remain free from attack. But not until the twentieth century did the concept of national security become worldwide in its scope. World Wars I and II and the Korean War proved beyond any doubt that when one free nation anywhere is threatened by aggression, the safety of all free nations is ultimately at stake. Dramatically presented on film, the United States is shown in its strategic role as leader in the free world and its alliance with other nations dedicated to the preservation of peace and the welfare of mankind.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Edward R. Murrow, 1908-1965
Date Published / Released
1957
Publisher
United States. Army Pictorial Service
Series
Big Picture
Speaker / Narrator
Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972, Edward R. Murrow, 1908-1965
Person Discussed
Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972, Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969
Topic / Theme
International relations, Military occupation, Cold War, 1945-1989, Korean Conflict, 1950-1953, Berlin Blockade, Berlin, Germany, 1948-1949, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), Post-war Era (1945–1960)
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Big Picture, Episode 414, Salute to the Canadian Army
in Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer (RG111), of United States. National Archives and Records Administration. Federal Records, in Big Picture, Episode 414 (District of Columbia: United States. Army Pictorial Service, 1958), 29 mins
Filmed in Canada by U.S. Army Signal Corps cameramen, this film had its world premiere on October 28 at 9:30 P.M. over the coast-to-coast facilities of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. Tracing the history of the Canadian Army from the middle of the 18th century to present, the film examines the historic rela...
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in Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer (RG111), of United States. National Archives and Records Administration. Federal Records, in Big Picture, Episode 414 (District of Columbia: United States. Army Pictorial Service, 1958), 29 mins
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Filmed in Canada by U.S. Army Signal Corps cameramen, this film had its world premiere on October 28 at 9:30 P.M. over the coast-to-coast facilities of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. Tracing the history of the Canadian Army from the middle of the 18th century to present, the film examines the historic relations of Canada and the United States. The fruitfulness of Canadian-American solidarity is nowhere more evident than in the shoulder-to...
Filmed in Canada by U.S. Army Signal Corps cameramen, this film had its world premiere on October 28 at 9:30 P.M. over the coast-to-coast facilities of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. Tracing the history of the Canadian Army from the middle of the 18th century to present, the film examines the historic relations of Canada and the United States. The fruitfulness of Canadian-American solidarity is nowhere more evident than in the shoulder-to-shoulder fighting shared by Canadian and American soldiers on the battlefields of Europe and Korea. Evident throughout the story is the vigorous neighborly spirit which has contributed so mightily to the strength of Canada and the United States alike. Canada's modern Army embodies a living tradition begun long ago and nourished by the many soldiers who contributed service and sacrifice, who led its regiments and filled its ranks on the battlegrounds of the world.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Stuart Queen
Date Published / Released
1958
Publisher
United States. Army Pictorial Service
Series
Big Picture
Speaker / Narrator
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969, Stuart Queen
Person Discussed
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969
Topic / Theme
International relations, Invasions, Military personnel, Military training, Regiment, D-Day Invasion, June 6, 1944, Korean Conflict, 1950-1953, World War I, 1914-1918, World War II, 1939-1945, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), World War I & Jazz Age (1914–1928), Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Biography, Dwight D. Eisenhower
directed by Alan Landsburg, 1933-; produced by David Lloyd Wolper, 1928-2010 and Alan Landsburg, 1933-, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1962), 26 mins
From his career as a military commander in both World Wars to his term as a president of the United States, Dwight D. Eisenhower was a natural leader. Learn more about this great man and his many accomplishments.
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directed by Alan Landsburg, 1933-; produced by David Lloyd Wolper, 1928-2010 and Alan Landsburg, 1933-, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1962), 26 mins
Description
From his career as a military commander in both World Wars to his term as a president of the United States, Dwight D. Eisenhower was a natural leader. Learn more about this great man and his many accomplishments.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
David Lloyd Wolper, 1928-2010, Alan Landsburg, 1933-, Mike Wallace, 1918-2012
Author / Creator
Alan Landsburg, 1933-
Date Published / Released
1962
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Biography
Speaker / Narrator
Mike Wallace, 1918-2012
Person Discussed
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Military careers, Political life, Cold War, 1945-1989, World War II, 1939-1945, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Biography, General George C. Marshall: Soldier and Statesman
produced by Mort Zimmerman, fl. 1983-2005 and Sammy Jackson, fl. 1985, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2002), 38 mins
This is the epic story of the monumental soldier and statesman who-perhaps more than anybody else-shaped the world we live in today. He is the only career soldier ever to win the Nobel Peace Prize. His military genius led the Allies to victory in World War II, and his far-flung vision helped engineer the peace tha...
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produced by Mort Zimmerman, fl. 1983-2005 and Sammy Jackson, fl. 1985, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2002), 38 mins
Description
This is the epic story of the monumental soldier and statesman who-perhaps more than anybody else-shaped the world we live in today. He is the only career soldier ever to win the Nobel Peace Prize. His military genius led the Allies to victory in World War II, and his far-flung vision helped engineer the peace that followed. George C. Marshall may well be the most influential figure of the century. He was so vital to America's effort in World War...
This is the epic story of the monumental soldier and statesman who-perhaps more than anybody else-shaped the world we live in today. He is the only career soldier ever to win the Nobel Peace Prize. His military genius led the Allies to victory in World War II, and his far-flung vision helped engineer the peace that followed. George C. Marshall may well be the most influential figure of the century. He was so vital to America's effort in World War II that FDR said, 'I could not sleep if I did not know that George Marshall was in Washington.' Churchill called him 'the true organizer of victory.' Through extensive expert interviews, rare archival footage and contemporary accounts, the life and career of this monumental figure come to life. In a rare interview, Colin Powell talks about Marshall's brilliance in preparing America for war and laying out the grand strategy. See footage of Marshall receiving the Nobel Peace Prize for his Plan for European Recovery better known as the Marshall Plan. And discover why both FDR and Eisenhower agreed that Marshall would have been the greatest president America had ever seen.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Mort Zimmerman, fl. 1983-2005, Sammy Jackson, fl. 1985, Jack Perkins, 1933-
Date Published / Released
2002
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Biography
Speaker / Narrator
Jack Perkins, 1933-
Person Discussed
George Catlett Marshall, 1880-1959
Topic / Theme
International relations, Military careers, Military strategy, Marshall Plan, 1948-1952, World War II, 1939-1945, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright 2008 A&E Television Networks
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The Democratic Promise: Saul Alinsky and His Legacy
directed by Bruce Orenstein, fl. 1999 and Bob Hercules; produced by Bob Hercules and Bruce Orenstein, fl. 1999 (Berkeley, CA: Berkeley Media, 1999), 56 mins
This exceptional and compelling documentary, narrated by Alec Baldwin, examines the life and legacy of legendary community organizer Saul Alinsky. From the late 1930s until his death in 1972, Alinsky led the movement to empower disenfranchised communities through collective action. Today, hundreds of community org...
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directed by Bruce Orenstein, fl. 1999 and Bob Hercules; produced by Bob Hercules and Bruce Orenstein, fl. 1999 (Berkeley, CA: Berkeley Media, 1999), 56 mins
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This exceptional and compelling documentary, narrated by Alec Baldwin, examines the life and legacy of legendary community organizer Saul Alinsky. From the late 1930s until his death in 1972, Alinsky led the movement to empower disenfranchised communities through collective action. Today, hundreds of community organizations nationwide have embraced Alinsky's vision and are using it to reshape America's body politic. In a larger sense, the film ex...
This exceptional and compelling documentary, narrated by Alec Baldwin, examines the life and legacy of legendary community organizer Saul Alinsky. From the late 1930s until his death in 1972, Alinsky led the movement to empower disenfranchised communities through collective action. Today, hundreds of community organizations nationwide have embraced Alinsky's vision and are using it to reshape America's body politic. In a larger sense, the film explores the restoration of American democracy through shared public participation in civic life -- a vital concern in an era of increased citizen alienation and political apathy, even among college students.The first half of the film focuses on Alinsky's organizing methods and is filled with a rich combination of archival film clips and photographs as well as eyewitness testimonials. It provides case studies of three key Alinsky organizations to show the development of his methods over time. The Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council in Chicago's stockyards neighborhood was the pioneering first organization, started by Alinsky in 1939. The Woodlawn Organization, in Chicago's predominantly African-American South Side, was founded in 1959 and won several landmark concessions in important battles with Mayor Richard Daley's powerful Democratic Party machine. In the mid-1960s, the FIGHT organization in Rochester, New York, took on the Eastman-Kodak company over racist hiring practices and won a series of impressive victories.These three organizations show how Alinsky's ideas, in turn, influenced the Civil Rights Movement, the farmworkers' struggle, and many Vietnam-era political protests.The second half of the film jumps forward to the late 1990s and examines two contemporary organizations that share Alinsky's enduring legacy. The East Brooklyn Congregations is shown struggling with various New York City administrations to fulfill its goal of building 1,200 low-income housing units in one of America's most blighted neighborhoods. In Dallas, members of Dallas Area Interfaith are shown lobbying state legislators in an effort to increase funding for an innovative public education program called the Alliance Schools Initiative."The Democratic Promise" will inspire discussion and analysis in a wide variety of courses in American history and American studies, sociology, urban studies, political science, and African American studies, among other disciplines. It was produced by Bob Hercules and Bruce Orenstein and is a presentation of the Independent Television Service.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Bob Hercules, Bruce Orenstein, fl. 1999, Alec Baldwin, 1958-
Author / Creator
Bruce Orenstein, fl. 1999, Bob Hercules
Date Published / Released
1999
Publisher
Berkeley Media
Speaker / Narrator
Alec Baldwin, 1958-
Person Discussed
Saul David Alinsky, 1909-1972
Topic / Theme
Democracy, Social activism and activists, Associations and organizations
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1999 Berkeley Media
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A Deterrent Weapon
directed by Jakob Gottschau, fl. 2002; produced by Jakob Gottschau, fl. 2002 (Copenhagen, Capital Region (Denmark): DR Sales, 2008), 39 mins
When the USA exploded two nuclear bombs over Japan in 1945, it was perhaps the largest demonstration of power in the history of civilization. But there was more to follow, for the devastating explosions over Hiroshima and Nagasaki were just the starting point of a desperate arms race between the USA and the Soviet...
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directed by Jakob Gottschau, fl. 2002; produced by Jakob Gottschau, fl. 2002 (Copenhagen, Capital Region (Denmark): DR Sales, 2008), 39 mins
Description
When the USA exploded two nuclear bombs over Japan in 1945, it was perhaps the largest demonstration of power in the history of civilization. But there was more to follow, for the devastating explosions over Hiroshima and Nagasaki were just the starting point of a desperate arms race between the USA and the Soviet Union - and during the next 40 years, the nuclear stockpiles of the super powers would grow at an alarming rate, leading, on several o...
When the USA exploded two nuclear bombs over Japan in 1945, it was perhaps the largest demonstration of power in the history of civilization. But there was more to follow, for the devastating explosions over Hiroshima and Nagasaki were just the starting point of a desperate arms race between the USA and the Soviet Union - and during the next 40 years, the nuclear stockpiles of the super powers would grow at an alarming rate, leading, on several occasions, to the world being close to a nuclear war. It wasn’t until the end of the cold war that thousands of nuclear bombs were disarmed - and the world could once more breathe easy - at least for a while. Today, the number of countries with atomic weapon arsenals is on the increase ?and alongside the likelihood that terrorist groups could, any day, get their hands on this deadly technology, is greater than ever. The film makes use of significant archival footage to tell the story. Einstein, Oppenheimer, Truman, Stalin, Reagan, and many others are depicted as they grapple with the dilemma posed by nuclear weapons. Commentary by historians such as Prof. Lawrence S. Wittner, University of Wisconsin, and Scotland’s Prof. Gerard De Groot gives the viewer a perspective on past events. Roland Timerbaev, former UN ambassador from Russia, gives an insider’s view of the Soviet Union’s policy during the Cuban missile crisis, as well as Gorbachev’s efforts towards disarmament. College Adult
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Jakob Gottschau, fl. 2002, Brian Patterson
Author / Creator
Jakob Gottschau, fl. 2002
Date Published / Released
2008
Publisher
DR Sales
Speaker / Narrator
Brian Patterson
Topic / Theme
International relations, Nuclear warfare, Weapons testing, Cold War, 1945-1989, American History, Late 20th Century (1975–2000), Depression & World War II (1929–1945), Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2008. Used by permission of DR Sales. All rights reserved.
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Illinois History, An Overview, 11, Modern Day Illinois
directed by James A. Edstrom; produced by James A. Edstrom, in Illinois History, An Overview, 11 (Privately Published, 2009, originally published 1971), 27 mins
This documentary, directed by James A. Edstrom, features a modern-day Illinois.
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directed by James A. Edstrom; produced by James A. Edstrom, in Illinois History, An Overview, 11 (Privately Published, 2009, originally published 1971), 27 mins
Description
This documentary, directed by James A. Edstrom, features a modern-day Illinois.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
James A. Edstrom
Author / Creator
James A. Edstrom
Date Published / Released
1971, 2009
Publisher
Privately Published
Series
Illinois History, An Overview
Speaker / Narrator
James A. Edstrom
Person Discussed
Adlai E. Stevenson, II, 1900-1965
Topic / Theme
Agriculture, Environment, Fairs and festivals, Military bases, Oil mines and mining, Politicians, Scientific research, Transportation, Unemployment, Veterans (Armed services), War, Great Depression, 1929-1941, World War II, 1939-1945, First Self-Sustaining Nuclear Chain Reaction is Created, Chicago, 1942, American History, The Sixties (1960–1974), Post-war Era (1945–1960), Depression & World W...
Agriculture, Environment, Fairs and festivals, Military bases, Oil mines and mining, Politicians, Scientific research, Transportation, Unemployment, Veterans (Armed services), War, Great Depression, 1929-1941, World War II, 1939-1945, First Self-Sustaining Nuclear Chain Reaction is Created, Chicago, 1942, American History, The Sixties (1960–1974), Post-war Era (1945–1960), Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Copyright © 2009 by James A. Edstrom
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Modern Marvels, Season 10, Episode 44, Presidential Movers
produced by Matthew P. Hickey, fl. 2001, in Modern Marvels, Season 10, Episode 44 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2004), 44 mins
From Air Force 1 to the world's most secure limo, hop a ride with the vehicles that shuttle the Chief Executive across the country and around the world.
There's style, and then there's executive style. And way beyond that is Chief Executive style.
From horse and carriage trips to overnight flights on Air Force 1...
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produced by Matthew P. Hickey, fl. 2001, in Modern Marvels, Season 10, Episode 44 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2004), 44 mins
Description
From Air Force 1 to the world's most secure limo, hop a ride with the vehicles that shuttle the Chief Executive across the country and around the world.
There's style, and then there's executive style. And way beyond that is Chief Executive style.
From horse and carriage trips to overnight flights on Air Force 1, MODERN MARVELS® illuminates the history of the vehicles that have shuttled America's most important men around the nation and the wo...
From Air Force 1 to the world's most secure limo, hop a ride with the vehicles that shuttle the Chief Executive across the country and around the world.
There's style, and then there's executive style. And way beyond that is Chief Executive style.
From horse and carriage trips to overnight flights on Air Force 1, MODERN MARVELS® illuminates the history of the vehicles that have shuttled America's most important men around the nation and the world.
Experts detail the engineering breakthroughs and high-tech features integrated into the latest generation of PRESIDENTIAL MOVERS, while historians reflect on the role that earlier examples have played in American history.
Visit important artifacts at the Smithsonian Museum, and meet the men and women charged with delivering the President safely to his destination.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Matthew P. Hickey, fl. 2001, Lloyd Sherr, 1956-
Date Published / Released
2004
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Modern Marvels
Speaker / Narrator
Lloyd Sherr, 1956-
Person Discussed
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969, Lyndon B. Johnson, 1908-1973, John F. Kennedy, 1917-1963, Richard Milhous Nixon, 1913-1994, Ronald Reagan, 1911-2004, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Cars, Trains, Heads of state, Transportation, September 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001, American History, The Sixties (1960–1974), Post-war Era (1945–1960), Depression & World War II (1929–1945), Late 20th Century (1975–2000), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2004 A&E Television Networks
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The Roosevelts: An Intimate History, Springwood & Val-Kill
produced by Paul D. Barnes, Pam Tubridy Baucom, fl. 1994-2009 and Ken Burns, 1953-, WETA Productions and Florentine Films, in The Roosevelts: An Intimate History (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2014), 3 mins
This 2014 short feature by Ken Burns discusses the Springwood Estate at Hyde Park, the residence of Franklin Roosevelt, as well as Val-Kill, the residence of Eleanor Roosevelt after Franklin Roosevelt's death.
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produced by Paul D. Barnes, Pam Tubridy Baucom, fl. 1994-2009 and Ken Burns, 1953-, WETA Productions and Florentine Films, in The Roosevelts: An Intimate History (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2014), 3 mins
Description
This 2014 short feature by Ken Burns discusses the Springwood Estate at Hyde Park, the residence of Franklin Roosevelt, as well as Val-Kill, the residence of Eleanor Roosevelt after Franklin Roosevelt's death.
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Paul D. Barnes, Pam Tubridy Baucom, fl. 1994-2009, Ken Burns, 1953-, WETA Productions, Florentine Films
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
The Roosevelts: An Intimate History
Person Discussed
Eleanor Roosevelt, 1884-1962, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Houses, First lady, Presidents, Political and Social Movements, Family and Culture
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2014 by Public Broadcasting Service
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