President Obama To Introduce History Series

Will make remarks before series premiere of 'America The Story Of Us' April 25

By Marisa Guthrie -- Broadcasting & Cable, 4/21/2010 1:31:16 PM

President Obama will introduce History's sweeping 12-part series America The Story of Us.

The president's remarks will open the series' premiere installment, April 25 at 9 p.m.

America The Story of Us weaves stories of American history with American ingenuity - a favorite rallying point of politicians during the economic downturn - including the transcontinental railroad and skyscrapers. It is the biggest undertaking ever for History. And it is produced for the network by Nutopia, former Discovery Channel president Jane Root's new production company.

The president's will comment on turning points in American history that "remind us that our American story has never been inevitable. It was made possible by ordinary people who kept their moral compass pointed straight and true when the way seemed treacherous; when the climb seemed steep; and when the future seemed uncertain. People who recognized a fundamental part of our American character: that we can remake ourselves - and our nation - to fit our larger dreams."

America The Story of Us also includes an extensive education initiative with the full series available on DVD to every school and accredited college in the country.

"It's an honor to launch our new epic series about the making of America with the personal reflections of our President - a leader whose own path marks an important chapter in our nation's ongoing story," Nancy Dubuc, President and General Manager of History, said in a statement. "Our hope is that by reliving the great moments of our history, Americans will reconnect with the spirit that made us who we are and will better appreciate how we all participate in creating our history every day."