The Titans
As Americans struggle to understand transformations in the national economy, and the nation tries to pull itself out of a profound recession, American Experience presents biographies of capitalists whose business and philanthropy models helped shape the world we live in today.
Premiering January 29, 2013, American Experience offers two-hour biographies of American industrial titans Henry Ford, Andrew Carnegie, and John D. Rockefeller. Also, read biographies of each titan, and browse original interviews, articles, photo galleries, timelines, an interactive map and extensive teacher guides.
Films in this Collection
Henry Ford
The story of a farm boy who rose from obscurity to become the most influential American innovator of the 20th century.
The Rockefellers
Head of the most powerful family in America, billionaire John D. Rockefeller's vast philanthropy changed his family's reputation.
My American Experience
Share Your Story
The United States has seen its share of industrial titans. Which of them do you think had the greatest impact on our country and our world? Henry Ford? Andrew Carnegie? Rockefeller? Or perhaps you think it is someone else? Share your story.
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