The Ultimate Guide to the Presidents
Episodes
S1 E1 - Assume The Position 1789-1825
January 14, 201344minThe United States of America was a bold invention of enormous risk. An 8-year war of independence, followed by intense political debate produced a government of, by and for the people.Join PrimeS1 E2 - Power To The People 1824-1849
January 14, 201344minAmerica in 1824 saw the era of the Founding Fathers coming to an end.Join PrimeS1 E3 - A House Divided 1849-1865
January 15, 201344minAmerica by the mid-1800s was triple its original size thanks to bold and controversial decisions by Presidents such as Jefferson, Jackson, and Polk.Join PrimeS1 E4 - Executive Retreat 1865-1901
January 15, 201344minThe series picks up after the Civil War, covering the events from Andrew Johnson's presidency until the sudden assassination of William McKinley.Join PrimeS1 E5 - Call Of Duty 1899-1921
January 16, 201344minAmerica at the beginning of the 20th century found a growing chasm between the rich and poor.Join PrimeS1 E6 - Changing Of The Guard 1920-1945
January 16, 201344minAmerica in the 1920s was a country poised for a fresh start. The horrific brutality of the first global war was over. The economy was beginning to "roar," and the Presidents at the helm were happy to take a backseat to Congress.Join PrimeS1 E7 - Hail To The Chief 1945-1964
January 17, 201344minIn 1945, at the end of a devastating global war, America emerged as a superpower. The Cold War presented the nation with a new and unprecedented crisis.Join PrimeS1 E8 - Mantle Of Power 1965-2013
January 14, 201344minSince the mid 1960s, the power of the presidency has risen and fallen.Join Prime
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- Flashing lights violence alcohol use smoking foul language
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Producers
- Jeanne BegleyMiriam Leffert
Studio
- A+E Networks
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