The Roosevelts
Director Ken Burns discusses The Roosevelts
Show title: The Roosevelts
Video title: Director Ken Burns discusses The Roosevelts
Video duration: 1m 30sVideo description: Ken Burns’s seven-part documentary weaves the stories of Theodore, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, three members of one of the most prominent and influential families in American politics. The 14-hour series marks the first time their individual stories have been woven into a single narrative.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt: The Early Years
Franklin Delano Roosevelt was adored by his parents but had a very lonely childhood.
The Lead Up To World War II
As the Nazi Party swept across Germany and steadily gained power, there was growing concern from both Eleanor and Franklin Roosevelt. However, a Gallup Poll showed the that majority of Americans opposed offering sanctuary to European refugees. And FDR's bill to sell arms to Britain and France should Germany invade Poland never even reached the Senate floor.
Director Ken Burns discusses The Roosevelts
Ken Burns’s seven-part documentary weaves the stories of Theodore, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, three members of one of the most prominent and influential families in American politics. The 14-hour series marks the first time their individual stories have been woven into a single narrative.
Theodore Roosevelt: The Nobel Peace Prize
Theodore Roosevelt is revered for his conflict resolution skills. No other incident further exemplifies these skills than his settling of the Portsmouth Treaty during the Russo-Japanese War over Manchuria and Korea, for which Roosevelt was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. He was the first American to be awarded any Nobel Prize.
Eleanor Roosevelt: The Red Cross
The First World War liberated Eleanor Roosevelt and her potential for service. In addition to organizing the Roosevelt household, she also volunteered at the Red Cross. Soon, the organization asked her to inspect St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, a mental facility filled with sailors and Marines suffering in the aftermath of battle. The experience had a profound effect on her.
Booker T. Washington at the White House
Theodore Roosevelt invites Booker T. Washington to dine at the White House. Both men respected each other and wanted each other’s support. The dinner went well, but the political backlash took Roosevelt by surprise. Note: This video includes strong or potentially offensive language. Viewer discretion is advised.
Theodore Roosevelt: Heroism on D-Day
General Theodore Roosevelt Jr. was the American commander who took Utah Beach on D-Day.
Theodore Roosevelt: American Hero
At this point in history, a victor of war is a victor of the public sphere. Theodore Roosevelt's success in the Spanish-American War opened every political door for his future. And his Easterner turned Westerner persona allowed him to appeal to most every aspect of American life at the time.
Rough Riders WWI
Theodore Roosevelt asks to form a 'rough riders' regiment to fight in World War I.
Eleanor Roosevelt vs. Sara Delano Roosevelt
Eleanor clashed at times with her mother-in-law, Sara Delano Roosevelt.
February 14, 1901
Theodore Roosevelt lost both his mother and his wife on Valentine's Day, 1901.
Pagination
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