Name: The Men Who Built America
Released: 2012-10-16T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Ray Reynolds, John C. Bailey, Justin Morck

TV Show · Documentary · History

Rockefeller, Vanderbilt, Carnegie, Astor, Ford and Morgan. Their names are part of history. Rising from poverty, their paths crossed repeatedly as they elected Presidents, set economic policies and influenced major events of their day. Rarely seen footage offers an unprecedented view of America and the men who built it.

2012 · 42m

Starring Ray Reynolds, John C. Bailey, Justin Morck

EPISODE 1

A New War Begins

Out of the turmoil of the Civil War, America enters an age of enlightenment that will change the landscape of the country forever. The growth is driven by five insightful men who will change the world forever.

40m
EPISODE 2

Oil Strike

The demand for oil goes sky high and Vanderbilt turns to John D. Rockefeller.

43m
EPISODE 3

A Rivalry Is Born

Andrew Carnegie immigrates to the United States with his parents and starts working at age 12.

40m
EPISODE 4

Blood Is Spilled

Andrew Carnegie immigrates to the United States and learns about business; Carnegie hires Henry Frick to help him achieve his goal of besting Rockefeller.

44m
EPISODE 5

A New Rival Emerges

J.P. Morgan establishes a bank in New York City and invests in Thomas Edison's electric-light idea.

43m
EPISODE 6

Owning It All

The Edison Electric Light Company is formed.

44m