The American Revolution was at once a war for independence, a war of conquest, a civil war, and a world war, fought by neighbors on American farms...

Dramatic documentary about the birth of the American Republic and the struggle of a loosely connected group of states to become a nation.

Out of the ashes of World War I, a new generation of titan rises…Pierre Du Pont, Walter Chrysler, J.P. Morgan Jr., Henry Ford, and William...

This documentary-series examines Grant's life story using his perspective and experiences to explore a turbulent time in history: the Civil War and...

The complex life of Thomas Jefferson, who wrote that "all men are created equal" yet owned slaves, is recounted by master filmmaker Ken Burns in this...

The epic history behind the creation of America, exploring how and why our ancestors came to this country. Examine the massive immigration patterns...

Everyone knows the story of Paul Revere and his famous midnight ride to warn colonial forces of the British approach. But history books don't tell of...

Explore the revolutionary life of one of the 18th century’s most consequential and compelling personalities, whose work and words unlocked the...

Travel back through the 20th century to explore the roots of American music and discover the pioneers of the musical forms that combined on American...

The High-Sierra adventures of Ben Cartwright and his sons as they run and defend their ranch while helping the surrounding community.

Told from the perspective of Henry 'Little Onion' Shackleford, a newly freed teenager who joins abolitionist John Brown on a holy crusade to end...

When the big woods of Wisconsin becomes a difficult spot for hunting, Charles Ingalls reluctantly decides to move his family, pioneering west. Their...

TV's most-watched history series brings to life the compelling stories from our past that inform our understanding of the world today.

Infographics and archival footage deliver bite-size history lessons on scientific breakthroughs, social movements and world-changing discoveries.

An in-depth look at the history and pop cultural significance of horror films.

This darkly satirical how-to guide explores the rise and fall of history's most notorious mob bosses and their tactics for success.

The fascinating stories of the families behind the food that built America, those who used brains, muscle, blood, sweat and tears to get to America's...

This docuseries captures the remarkable rise and unprecedented success of one of the most dominant and iconic franchises in professional sports....

Expert interviews and gripping reenactments combine to reveal the extraordinary life of Alexander the Great and his burning desire to conquer the...

MegaStructures is a documentary television series appearing on the National Geographic Channel in the United States and the United Kingdom, Channel 5...

This docuseries takes an unprecedented look at the enduring and influential legacy of DC, allowing fans to rediscover the universe of characters, as...

Since it began in 1983, Frontline has been airing public-affairs documentaries that explore a wide scope of the complex human experience. Frontline's...

American Masters is a PBS television series which produces biographies on enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists,...

This documentary-series examines Grant's life story using his perspective and experiences to explore a turbulent time in history: the Civil War and...