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Biography, Fiorello LaGuardia
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produced by Jack Haley, Jr., 1933-2001, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1996, originally published 1961), 27 mins
This documentary, produced by A&E Television Networks, is about the life and political career of Fiorello LaGuardia.
produced by Jack Haley, Jr., 1933-2001, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1996, originally published 1961), 27 mins
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Biography, Dwight D. Eisenhower
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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
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.
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
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Biography, Eleanor Roosevelt: A Restless Spirit
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directed by Harry Rasky, 1928-2007; produced by Harry Rasky, 1928-2007, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005, originally published 1994), 47 mins
She is one of the 20th century's most respected and admired figures; a humanitarian who transformed the role of women in society-and in the White House. Eleanor Roosevelt was the architect behind the now well-established tradition of the First Lady activist. A pioneer among presidents' wives she formed her own sta...
directed by Harry Rasky, 1928-2007; produced by Harry Rasky, 1928-2007, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005, originally published 1994), 47 mins
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Biography, John Dillinger: Public Enemy #1
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in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1995), 47 mins
John Dillinger (1903-1934) escapes rural life in Indiana to become a notorious bank robber: the FBI's Public Enemy Number One.
in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1995), 47 mins
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Biography, Joseph Kennedy, Sr.: Father of An American Dynasty
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produced by Edward Mallory, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1997), 40 mins
Rare footage and interviews with his descendants including grandson Joseph P. Kennedy highlight this profile of the father of America's foremost political dynasty. His parents were determined that he rise above the level of the "saloon-keeping" Irish. He succeeded beyond their wildest dreams. Joseph Kennedy, Sr.'s...
produced by Edward Mallory, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1997), 40 mins
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Biography, FDR: The War Years
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directed by John Alan Kane; produced by Caleb B. Stratton, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2002), 45 mins
Part of the Biography television series from A&E, this documentary reviews the career and personal life of New Deal PresidentFranklin D. Roosevelt. Admitted to the New York bar in 1907, he served as a progressive state senator and assistant navy secretary before running unsuccessfully as vice-president on the 1920...
directed by John Alan Kane; produced by Caleb B. Stratton, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2002), 45 mins
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Biography, General George C. Marshall: Soldier and Statesman
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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
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...
produced by Mort Zimmerman, fl. 1983-2005 and Sammy Jackson, fl. 1985, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2002), 38 mins
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Discussion of Omar Bradley's Post-World War II Service with the Veterans Administration and the Joint Chiefs of Staff, 1945-1950
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directed by Don Horan, 1927-1996; produced by Sammy Jackson, fl. 1985; in General Omar Bradley, Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2002), 12 mins
Five-star General Omar Bradley was one of the main American field commanders in Europe and North Africa during World War II. This episode of Biography follows his distinguished military career from West Point, to the invasion of Normandy, to the Battle of the Bulge, and on to victory.
directed by Don Horan, 1927-1996; produced by Sammy Jackson, fl. 1985; in General Omar Bradley, Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2002), 12 mins
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Biography, Dwight D. Eisenhower: Commander-In-Chief
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directed by Darryl Rehr; produced by Darryl Rehr, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2004), 1 hour 26 mins
This edition of Biography, the long running documentary series from A&E, explores the life of General and President Dwight D. Eisenhower. From 1935-39 Eisenhower was an assistant to Gen. Douglas MacArthur in the Philippines. As World War II progressed, he continued to rise in rank and responsibilities and was assi...
directed by Darryl Rehr; produced by Darryl Rehr, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2004), 1 hour 26 mins
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Biography, Douglas MacArthur: The Return of a Legend
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directed by Don Horan, 1927-1996; produced by Mort Zimmerman, fl. 1983-2005 and Sammy Jackson, fl. 1985, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 38 mins
General Douglas MacArthur was one of America's greatest and most complex commanders, a warrior so tough and determined that he helped win World War II with one simple promise: I shall return.
directed by Don Horan, 1927-1996; produced by Mort Zimmerman, fl. 1983-2005 and Sammy Jackson, fl. 1985, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 38 mins
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