Iconic America
In this new docuseries, David Rubenstein explores the meaning of America’s iconic symbols.

The Hollywood Sign
S1 Ep2 | 55m 35s
A look at the L.A. landmark that became an international symbol of the American dream.

The Gadsden Flag
S1 Ep3 | 55m 11s
The Gadsden flag has been co-opted by a wide variety of Americans over its long history.

The Cowboy
S1 Ep4 | 55m 24s
The cowboy is the quintessential American — fiercely independent, brave and laconic.

Inside Look
31s
The symbols in Iconic America have a lot to say about who we are and who we have become.

Could Hollywood Be Successful Again?
S1 Ep2 | 1m 10s
A once-popular genre enjoyed a renaissance and helped save Hollywood in the 60s.

Hollywood as the Ultimate LA Symbol
S1 Ep2 | 1m 14s
This clip explains the role that car culture played in creating this timeless icon.

Hollywood Gets its Start
S1 Ep2 | 1m 22s
This clip looks at some of the anecdotes and myths about the origin of the Hollywood.

Often Imitated, Never Duplicated
S1 Ep2 | 3m 15s
From Dollywood to Bollywood & Nollywood, the Hollywood sign has inspired many imitators.

Power not Afforded Equally
S1 Ep2 | 1m 2s
Hollywood has bottled a kind of intangible magic that is inaccessible to most people.

The Gadsden Flag Preview
S1 Ep3 | 32s
The “Don’t Tread on Me” flag has been co-opted by a range of Americans throughout history.

Flags and Meaning in America
S1 Ep3 | 4m 7s
Flags are clearly an important part of what it means to be an American, but why is that?

Flags 101 - The Gadsden Flag
S1 Ep3 | 2m 57s
The Continental Congress chose the Gadsden flag as the first symbol of its naval ships.

Standing Against Tyranny
S1 Ep3 | 1m 27s
Former U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger tells David Rubenstein how he defines true patriotism.

The Gadsden Flag in Combat Abroad
S1 Ep3 | 33s
Armed forces vets discuss embracing the Gadsden flag during combat in the Middle East.

The Cowboy Preview
S1 Ep4 | 31s
The cowboy is the quintessential American — fiercely independent, brave and laconic.

Buffalo Bill Helps Spread the Cowboy Mystique
S1 Ep4 | 3m 12s
Wild West Shows led to a skewed perspective of the role of real cowboys in America.

Why Did Cowboy Movies Leave Women Out of the Picture?
S1 Ep4 | 1m 55s
Westerns downplayed the role that women and minorities played in settling The West,

The Homestead Act Spurs Westward Expansion
S1 Ep4 | 3m 35s
The Homestead Act attracted thousands of settlers to The West with 160 acres of free land.

Philip Morris' Marlboro Man Lassoes a Hit Ad Campaign
S1 Ep4 | 1m 3s
The appeal and success of the Marlboro Man cigarette ad campaigns spanned decades.
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