Matthew Skeens
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From the early 1800s, American presidents and their families have called the White House home. But as secret service agent Keneesha explains, the White House is more than just a place to live; it's also the president's office and one of the country's greatest symbols of leadership.
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If you love your country, sing! Since 1931, "The Star-Spangled Banner" has been the national anthem of the United States. Journey back to 1814, and join Francis Scott Key, the man who wrote the words to the anthem, for a close look at this song of freedom.
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How do Americans know that government papers are real? If you see an eagle holding a shield, and a pyramid with an eye above it, the papers are not fakes. Listen to Benjamin Franklin as he talks about the birth of the Great Seal in 1782 and why it's still so important to our country today.
11) The bald eagle
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This strong and beautiful bird is a symbol for an entire country. It is the bald eagle, and Americans made it their national emblem more than 200 years ago. Join Bill the bird keeper to see how this bird lives and how it became a symbol of the United States.
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Since our nation's birth, the Supreme Court has been the highest court in the United States. But until 1935, it didn't have a building of its own. Join a lawyer named Marta in The U.S. Supreme Court as she follows the court's long journey to its final home in Washington, D.C.
15) Uncle Sam
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An exploration of the origins and history of Uncle Sam and the real man, Samuel Wilson, who inspired this beloved symbol of America.
16) Mount Rushmore
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Four U.S. presidents forever stare out across the Black Hills of South Dakota. Join a park ranger as he introduces the story of the creation and importance of Mount Rushmore.
17) Ellis Island
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Describes the history of Ellis Island and what immigrants had to go through before they could legally enter the United States.
18) Angel Island
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During the late 1800s and early 1900s, nearly 1 million immigrants were processed at the Angel Island immigration station. Although Angel Island was also called The Gateway to the West, for some it became the place that kept them out of the United States. Find out what immigrants had to go through at Angel Island and discover why today Angel Island stands as a symbol of hope and struggle.
19) The lifeguard
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A rambunctious child complains that the lifeguard is spoiling his fun until his little sister gets into trouble in the water.
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