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This documentary examines the great problems and ingenious solutions that marked the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge, tracing its transformation from a spectacular feat of heroic engineering to an honored symbol in American culture.

Ken Burns examines the American utopian 19th century religious sect known as the Shakers.

Documentary showing the history of the world-famous Statue of Liberty in New York harbor, the impact it still has on people and the state of liberty as a personal and political concept in America in 1985.

Ken Burns' portrait of Louisiana governor/U.S. senator Huey Long.

Thomas Hart Benton's paintings were energetic and uncompromising. Today his works are in museums, but Benton hung them in saloons for ordinary people to appreciate.

The U. S. Congress is one of the country's most important and misunderstood institutions. Ken Burns tells the story behind this branch of government.

A comprehensive survey of the American Civil War.

For 50 years, radio dominated the airwaves as the first mass medium. Ken Burns examines the lives of three men who shared the responsibility for its invention and early success.

A documentary on the history of the sport with major topics including Afro-American players, player/team owner relations and the resilience of the game.

A biographical film about The United States' influential and profoundly enigmatic Founding Father.

The story of the most important American exploration expedition in American history and the participants in it.

A biography of the life and work of the American architect.

The story of Elizabeth Stanton and Susan B. Anthony and their life long fight to bring equal rights to women.

A survey of the musical form's history and major talents.

A biographical film about the acclaimed American humourist and author.

The saga of Horatio Nelson Jackson, the first man to cross the United States by automobile--in 1903!

The story of Jack Johnson, the first African-American Heavyweight boxing champion.

A seven-part series focusing on the many ways in which the Second World War impacted the lives of American families.

The history of the U.S. National Parks system, including the initial ideas which led to the world's first national parks and the expansion of the system over 150 years.

The story of the American activist struggle against the influence of alcohol, climaxing in the failed early 20th century nationwide era when it was banned.

A documentary that examines the 1989 case of five black and Latino teenagers who were convicted of raping a white woman in Central Park. After having spent between 6 and 13 years each in prison, a serial rapist confessed to the crime.

A documentary about the 1930s drought of North American prairie farm land, and its consequences during the great depression.

A single yet brilliant court martial session of a dalit soldier accused of killing a Captain and attempting to kill another captain

Weaves together the stories of Theodore, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, three members of one of the most prominent and influential families in American politics.

Documentary chronicles the personal and professional life of Jackie Robinson from his birth in 1919 to his death in 1972. Robinson's rise from humble beginnings to became an American hero and pivotal figure in American history are detailed.