Echoes From the White House: A Celebration of the Bicentennial of America's Mansion

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	Echoes From the White House: A Celebration of the Bicentennial of America's Mansion Martin Sheen, Philip Bosco Pbs Home Video, 2002 average customer review:based on 1 review view larger image
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Using the actual words of presidents, first ladies, servants, and other eye-witnesses, "Echoes from the White House" reincarnates two centuries of events that have defined this iconic building. From the burning of the mansion in 1812 to the darkest hour of the Civil War, from Woodrow Wilson's infirmity to the exercise regimens and private retreats of our leaders, "Echoes from the White House" is a portrait not only of the structure itself, but of the country it represents.

A Place of Business and a Home

Whether for private home use or for public teaching, ECHOES OF THE WHITE HOUSE is a sterling reincarnation of over 200 years of the history of the structure and inhabitants of the Presidential Mansion as told in the actual words of former Presidents, First Ladies,Servants and Visitors.

A-List actors such as Sam Waterston, Dianne Wiest,Blythe Danner and more recreate the people and events that built and rebuilt the historic structure.Did you know that The White House was rebuilt/renovated four times? Andrew Jackson actually opened it to the public 24 hours a day! Truman saw the house nearly collapse when a "big and grand" servant walked across the sagging floor boards of The Oval Office! Coolidge built a solarium ushering in the first "private space" for the First Family.

Tony Award winning composer Michael Starobin has created wonderful and gentle Americana melodies performed on guitar, piano and orchestra to underscore this 60 minute PBS video. Highly recommended for all ages.

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