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Instructional Programming
The History of the Constitution
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The History of the
Constitution
Gr. 5-12; Social Studies; 30-minute episodes
It is America's most revered document. It is product of man's search for
unconditional fairness, liberty and freedom. It contains prerogatives so
well-conceived they have survived a civil war and two world wars. It resonates
with the spirit of the times in which it was written and has served as a guide
to an unknown future for over 200 years. It is The Constitution of the United
States of America. Hosted by actor Jeff Fahey.
This series explores how The Constitution came to be, why it has protected
Americans from abuse of power and tyranny, and how the principles set forth so
long ago have empowered Americans to aspire to greatness, excelling in the arts,
the sciences and technology. Discover why this hand-written parchment and the
unwavering commitment of the citizens of the United States to abide by it, is
the reason the most prosperous and most powerful nation in history still
endures.
101: The Seeds of the Constitution
102: Founding the Constitution
103: Writing the Constitution and the Bill of Rights
104: Testing the Constitution
105: The Constitution Survives
106: The Constitution is Expanded
107: The Constitution in a Changing World
108: Constitutional Reform and Controversy
