American Dynasty
Follow the fascinating stories of America's aristocratic families, those whose names represent power in business, politics, and industrial industry.
Seasons
Rockefeller, Ford, Vanderbilt, Dupont, Kennedy, Bush. Their names are forever etched in American history and the nation's psyche. These dynastic families have become some of the richest and most powerful people in the world. They have created new industries and technologies that to most of us would have seemed unimaginable.
1. The Vanderbilts
Cornelius 'The Commodore' Vanderbilt rose from nothing to build the biggest shipping and railroad empires in America, and amass a great fortune. His dying words were to 'keep the money together,' but did his children and grandchildren listen?
2. The Rockefellers
John D Rockefeller started out with one kerosene refinery in Cleveland, Ohio. Within 15 years it became the largest oil producer in the world. After conquering the fuel industry, the Rockefellers gave much of their wealth away through philanthropy.
3. The Fords
Henry Ford was an American pioneer. He revolutionized the automobile, the assembly line production method, and brought cars to millions of American families. But in his personal life, he was far from perfect.
4. The Gettys
J. Paul Getty made billions of dollars in the oil industry, rising to become the 'richest man in the world.' But at the peak of his success, his grandson was kidnapped. The $17 million ransom was less than he was making daily... But would he pay it?
5. The DuPonts
Since 1802, the DuPont Company has supplied gunpowder to militaries worldwide. But when young Lammot DuPont pushed the company to get out of the business of war, it set off a conflict that transformed the family and the American industry for generations.
6. The Morgans
Junius Morgan and son John Pierpont Morgan establish a financial empire through railroads, steel manufacturing and banking,
7. The Kennedys
After graduating from Harvard, Joe Kennedy, the grandson of Irish immigrants, conquered Wall Street and Hollywood. When his political career was cut short he focused on his children. One became President and the rest devoted their lives to public service.
8. The Bushes
The Bushes are one of America's oldest families. They are known more for their genteel manners and success in business and politics. So when war hero George HW Bush decides he wants to run for president, will the family name be enough to ensure victory?
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