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Prime Video: Theodore Roosevelt and George Washington
I just discovered these History Channel documentaries on Teddy Roosevelt and George Washington. If you are a fan of history, particularly American history, you will love these. One of those shows where there is the acting, then it cuts over to scholars who discuss what's going on (I'm sure there is an industry term for it). There is also one on Lincoln (which I will watch next) and one on Grant. Don't know if there are any others.
Really well done, unbiased, and captivating. Most people think we declared independence in 1776, fought a brief little war with England, and all was well. In fact, the Revolutionary War lasted 8 years (75-83)…and it was not as one-sided as most Americans believe. It was a very close call, and France really bailed us out. After the war ended in 1783, the nation was a huge mess until the Constitution was ratified in 1789, 12 years after declaring independence. One thing about the Roosevelt show is that you realize the political landscape hasn't changed much…
Anyway, check them out. I learned a lot.
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History and military strategy-past and current were my passions. That sounds good I will check it out. Can I get them on You-tube or just only on the History Channel? 😎
I think they are only on Amazon Prime Video.
Oh thanks, PG! I’m definitely going to check them out!
That's even better, thank you. In Thomas Jefferson's day and of the political climate at that time in the 1700's it was hard for he and his political rivals to discuss their strategies in secret. Taverns in that day and age were the central places for the towns people would gather, however they were noisy and offered no privacy due to close quarter. The town square was too open. The prevailing elements winter, cold, snow, and rain offered no choice. Not even their own homes were considered per the slaves might overhear and for a bribe or gossip tip the info. So, his political rivals would meet to discuss their party's strategy in the Library of Congress in secret in whispers. Supposedly at the same time Thomas Jefferson would take his lunch on the other side of the room in full view them. Because of the Library's unique ceiling structure, he could eavesdrop on and hear every word they said. 😎
"Friends, I shall ask you to be as quiet as possible. I don't know whether you fully understand that I have just been shot—but it takes more than that to kill a Bull Moose."
This one on Lincoln is awesome.
Little known fact about Lincoln:
Is the one you’re referring to The First American or Washington or Washington’s Armor?
I think "The Men Who Built America" is still on Amazon Prime. I thought that was well done about Carnegie, Vanderbilt, Rockefeller, etc.
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Thanks, I’m gonna check it out. Have you watched America The story of us?
Great tip @pgjackson I'm a big fan of documentaries and have read many books on American history. I've recently wanted to read a biography on George Washington, who IMO is a fascinating person and one of the most important American figures in the history of this country.
I'd say Washington was the manliest of all Presidents. Fought in the French an Indian War on the English side, then became the field General of the American forces for 8 years. A literal warrior hero, not just a guy at HQ making decisions. Then when everyone wanted him to be a King, he said no. The original American bada$$.
Washington: A Life by Ron Chernow is a really good and extensive biography of him.
One of my life goals is to read a biography of every American president. So far..:
George Washington
Andrew Jackson
Abe Lincoln
James Garfield
Ronald Reagan
Bush II
Trump
I’m probably missing some