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The Roosevelts

The Roosevelts

Description: This new documentary series from director Ken Burns explores the lives of Theodore, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, three members of the most prominent and influential family in American politics. The 14-hour series follows the trio for more than a century, from Theodore's birth in 1858 to Eleanor's death in 1962. During those years, the Roosevelts helped shaped history, notably the creation of National Parks, digging of the Panama Canal, passage of New Deal programs, and improving civil rights.
Genre: Documentary
Year Released: 2014
Number of episodes: 7
First episode air date: September 14, 2014
Awards: Daytime Creative Arts Emmy Award for Outstanding Promotional Announcement u2013 Topical, MORE
Narrated By: Peter Coyote
Network: PBS

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