Season 2

The nation’s delegates meet at Independence Hall in Philadelphia to draft the Constitution.

George Washington faces a series of challenges during his tenure as the first president.

The Louisiana Purchase expands the nation as Lewis and Clark venture on their famous expedition.

Stan breaks down the War of 1812 and highlights key players James Madison and Andrew Jackson.

Westward expansion creates icons like Daniel Boone as settlers venture into the American frontier.

The fur trade brings adventure, exploration, and greed to the American frontier.

Canals and railroads make the American economy vastly successful in the early 19th century.

Host Stan Ellsworth visits the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in Cincinnati.

As American settlers move into the Texas territory, conflict arises with the Battle of the Alamo.

Stan Ellsworth studies the historic pioneer movements like the Oregon Trail and the Mormon exodus.

The Pony Express connects the country like never before with its revolutionary mail service.

Different ideas about American government and economy separates the North and the South.

A series of failed compromises between the Northern and Southern states ignites the Civil War.