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Iconic America

In this new eight-episode documentary series, David Rubenstein explores America’s 400-year history through a close examination of iconic national symbols such as the Hollywood Sign, Fenway Park, American cowboys and the Statue of Liberty: indelible artifacts, places, and archetypes. Each episode tells the story of an American symbol to reveal its origins, significance and the arc of its resonance.
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Schedule

  • Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories With David Rubenstein: Fenway Park: TVSS: Iconic

    Iconic America

    Fenway Park

    Tuesday
    Jan 20

    1 Hour

    The story of Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox, and the city's loyalty to its team and love for its ballpark.
  • Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories With David Rubenstein: The Gadsden Flag: TVSS: Iconic

    Iconic America

    The Gadsden Flag

    Thursday
    Jan 22

    1 Hour

    How the "Don't Tread on Me" flag has been co-opted by a wide variety of Americans over its long history.
  • Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories With David Rubenstein: The Cowboy: TVSS: Iconic

    Iconic America

    The Cowboy

    Friday
    Jan 23

    1 Hour

    The myths and realities of the American cowboy.
  • Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories With David Rubenstein: The Statue of Liberty: TVSS: Iconic

    Iconic America

    The Statue of Liberty

    Saturday
    Jan 24

    1 Hour

    The evolving meaning of the Statue of Liberty and how it embodies values and conflicts in America, from abolition to the treatment of refugees.

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