 The series lasted for 26 episodes, each of which would feature a figure from American history who took an unpopular stand during a critical moment in the nation's history.Seven of the eight senators from Kennedy's book were profiled, with the exception being Mississippi's Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus Lamar.Music for the opening and closing theme was arranged by Nelson Riddle, based on the Irish ballad, "The Boys of Wexford", home of Kennedy's ancestors.