The American Bald Eagle
iconic america: our symbols and stories with david rubenstein

Thu, Nov 20 5:00 P.M. NH Explore (11.2)  

The story of how the American Bald Eagle soared to its vaunted perch in American iconography. Learn how it became an iconic symbol of patriotism but also of environmental activism and Native American traditions.

Duration: 56 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 106

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Thu, Nov 20 5:00 P.M. The American Bald Eagle     NH Explore (11.2)
Fri, Nov 21 5:00 A.M. The American Bald Eagle     NH Explore (11.2)

About Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories with David Rubenstein:

Examine the history of America through some of its most iconic objects, symbols and artifacts, diving deep into their story and using them as a gateway to the past.

From our flags and our statues to our most sacred texts, we live alongside and interact with history every day.

In each episode, David M.

Rubenstein - co-founder of the Carlyle Group, acclaimed philanthropist, and lifelong student of history - unpacks a symbol from history, traveling to locations throughout the country.

Today's foremost historical thinkers and other experts join in dialogue with Rubenstein.

Spurred by Rubenstein's insatiable curiosity and lifelong interest in American history, these conversations will both drive the narrative and periodically frame it through analysis, reflection, and counterpoint.


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Future Broadcast times for "Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories with David Rubenstein": (show all)

Sat, Nov 1 10:00 P.M. The Statue of Liberty     NH Explore (11.2)
Sun, Nov 2 2:00 A.M. The Statue of Liberty     NH Explore (11.2)
Thu, Nov 13 5:00 P.M. The Cowboy     NH Explore (11.2)
Fri, Nov 14 5:00 A.M. The Cowboy     NH Explore (11.2)
Thu, Nov 20 5:00 P.M. The American Bald Eagle     NH Explore (11.2)
Fri, Nov 21 5:00 A.M. The American Bald Eagle     NH Explore (11.2)
Sun, Nov 23 12:00 A.M. Fenway Park     NHPBS (11.1)


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