The Presidents
tv show
9 total episodes
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1 seasons
The Lives and Legacies of the 43 Leaders of the United States.
First Aired January 18, 2005
Overview
The show documents each of the Presidents in the union, starting with George Washington, following a chronological order up until George W. Bush. Each President's segment begins with the narrator giving a brief dossier about each one, from their political affiliation, family, and notable traits. The show then highlights the history behind each presidency, linking each one to the following.
Taylor to Lincoln (1849-1865)
Season 1 - Episode 3 - 1h 0m
Air Date
February 01, 2005
Overview
The most volatile period in U.S. history leads to the American Civil War. Follow the Presidency from the rough style of Taylor--the second president to die in office--and relative ineffectiveness of Fillmore and Pierce, to the near treason of Buchanan's administration, to Lincoln's shocking assassination.
Crew
Guest Stars
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Catherine Clinton
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Catherine Clinton
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Jean H. Baker
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Jean H. Baker
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Peter A. Wallner
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Peter A. Wallner
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Samuel C. Slaymaker
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Samuel C. Slaymaker
Harold Holzer
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Harold Holzer
Thomas J. Dilorenzo
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Thomas J. Dilorenzo
James M. McPherson
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James M. McPherson
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Eric Foner
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Eric Foner, PhD