Free Political Figures Documentaries

Was Andrew Jackson a great leader, or someone that represented one of the most lamentable moments in American history? In this documentary hosted by PBS, various historians grapple with the mixed legacy of America's 7th president.

Nixon In The Den develops a fresh account of Nixon and his ruthless ambition to escape a loveless, impoverished background.

A rare, intimate glimpse into the life and mind of Jordan Peterson, the academic and best-selling author who captured the world's attention with his criticisms of political correctness and his life-changing philosophy on discovering personal meaning.

Mahatma: Life of Gandhi, 1869–1948 is a 1968 documentary biography film, detailing the life of Mahatma Gandhi.

In the third in a series on American presidents, Thomas Jefferson's life and career were discussed. The library and other aspects of his home, Monticello, were shown.

A five-part radio series to mark the 10th anniversary of South Africa's first democratic election in April 1994...

Qin Shi Huangdi. He is the man who united, and indeed gave China its name. He conquered six powerful warring states and, in 221 BC, declared himself emperor of all China.

JFK Biographer Robert Dallek is interviewed for C-SPAN in this streaming video program that tracks Kennedy's life, from his pampered upbringing in a prominent family, to his eventful naval career, to a political life that eventually led to a brief but challenging presidency...

In the first of a series of life portraits of American presidents, Mr. Smith and Mr. Rees discussed the life and career of George Washington.

Teddy Roosevelt biographer Edmund Morris joins C-SPAN for a long discussion on a key president that shaped the country in the years preceding World War I.