The Men Who Built America
How five self-made men transformed the U.S into a global superpower.
- Metascore60
- 2012-2012
- 1 season
- History Channel
- Documentary
- TV-14
How five self-made men transformed the U.S into a global superpower.
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Cast & Crew
Season 1 Episode Guide
Episode 1
A New War Begins
Tue, Oct 16, 2012 43 mins
While Carnegie and Rockefeller continue to battle, JP Morgan arrives on the scene and establishes a bank in New York City that has one goal: to further the technological advancements of America. Morgan s first investment is in Thomas Edison s new development--Edison has developed electric light.
Awards
- 2013 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Cinematography for Nonfiction Programming - Nominated
- 2013 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series - Nominated
- 2013 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Sound Editing for Nonfiction Programming (Single or Multi-Camera) - Winner
- 2013 - Banff Rockie Award - Best History and Biography Program - Winner
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