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Extended Preview | The Roosevelts - Explore the making of the The Roosevelts: An Intimate History, a seven-part documentary by Ken Burns weaves the stories of Theodore, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, three members of one of the most prominent and influential families in American politics. The series marks the first time their individual stories have been woven into a single narrative.

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Get Action (1858-1901)

Examine the early lives of Theodore Roosevelt and his younger cousin, Franklin.

In the Arena (1901-1910)

Theodore’s presidency and FDR and Eleanor’s courtship and marriage.

The Fire of Life (1910-1919)

Trace the effects of WWI on the lives of the Roosevelts.

The Storm (1920-1933)

FDR battles with polio and responds to the Great Depression.

The Rising Road (1933-1939)

Examine FDR’s New Deal and Eleanor’s growing political activism.

The Common Cause (1939-1944)

Survey FDR’s leadership during WWII, while Eleanor tends to wounded servicemen.

A Strong and Active Faith (1944-1962)

Examine Eleanor’s role as civil rights and U.N champion after FDR’s death.

About The Roosevelts

The Roosevelts: An Intimate History chronicles the lives of Theodore, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, three members of the most prominent and influential family in American politics. Available with English audio, English captions, Spanish audio, Spanish captions, and Audio Description.