The Civil War (1990)
The Civil War (1990) This highly acclaimed mini series traces the course of the U.S. Civil War from the abolitionist movement through all the major battles to the death of President Lincoln and the beginnings of Reconstruction. The story is mostly told in the words of the participants themselves, th
Huey Long (1985)
Huey Long 1985 The fourth documentary from American filmmaker Ken Burns, this one talks about the life of Huey Long, a United States senator from Louisiana Narrated by David McCullough This one does not have a voice ensemble, since it relies on newsreel footage of Huey Long
The Congress (1989)
The Congress 1989 The U S Congress is one of the countrys most important and misunderstood institutions Ken Burns tells the story behind this branch of government
The Statue of Liberty (1985)
The Statue of Liberty 1985 The third documentary from American filmmaker Ken Burns, this one talks about the Statue of Liberty, New Yorks most famous landmark, from its construction and unveiling to its legacy, particularly for immigrants upon first witnessing it when they come to America, as well a