The Kennedys. Ted Kennedy [videorecording (DVD)] : tragedy, scandal, and redemption.
The Kennedys. Ted Kennedy [videorecording (DVD)] : tragedy, scandal, and redemption.
Publication Date
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2008
Publication Information
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[New York] : A & E Television Networks,
Physical Description
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1 videodisc (50 min.)
Subject Term
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Legislators -- United States -- Biography.
Scandals -- United States.
Men -- Sexual behavior.
Alcoholics.
Documentary television programs
Historical television programs
Contents
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Introduction -- Early years of turmoil -- Political ambitions -- The Camelot trap -- Private life, public duty -- Finding balance.
Summary
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Ted was born into a family of great wealth and privilege. After the untimely and tragic deaths of his three older brothers, Ted inherited the weight of his father's political ambitions, and served as surrogate father to the 13 children of his slain brothers. Early scandals and public displays of womanizing and drunkenness are contrasted with his stellar marks as U.S. Senator. The life and career of Teddy Kennedy is revealed through his close friends, family members, political colleagues, and opponents.
Language
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English
General Note
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DVD.
Col. with b&w sequences.
Originally broadcast on the History Channel as part of The Kennedys, an American family.
| Library | Collection | Collection | Call Number | Status |
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| Grand Falls-Windsor (CGF) Harmsworth | Adult NFic DVD | Adult Non-Fiction DVD | 973.922 K38 | Checked In |
| St. John's - A.C. Hunter (SJH) | Adult NFic DVD | Adult Non-Fiction DVD | 973.922 K38 | Checked In |