America's Castles: Cotton Kings


60m 1997

Brief Synopsis

Special looks at the mansions built by the "Cotton Kings" those people who became wealthy by buying, selling and financing the cotton crop. The homes profiled include: Swan House built in the 1920's in Atlanta; Bishop's Place in Galveston which was completed in 1893; Moody Mansion also in Galveston;

Cast & Crew

Joe Van Riper

Narration

Film Details

Genre
Historical
Release Date
1997
Production Company
A+E Networks

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Synopsis

Special looks at the mansions built by the "Cotton Kings" those people who became wealthy by buying, selling and financing the cotton crop. The homes profiled include: Swan House built in the 1920's in Atlanta; Bishop's Place in Galveston which was completed in 1893; Moody Mansion also in Galveston; and Longue Vue in New Orleans.

Film Details

Genre
Historical
Release Date
1997
Production Company
A+E Networks

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Quotes

Trivia