A 20th-century black leader, known for his economic and job advocacy, overcame racial expectations due to his unusual physical appearance, allowing him to move freely within white society. Despite a successful 25-year career as a U.S. Representative, marked by significant social reforms, his susc...
Aired: Oct 3, 1989Four U.S. Army Air Corps biplanes embark on a groundbreaking 1924 adventure, ...
Aired: Oct 10, 1989As Prohibition gains momentum, Henry Ford's Detroit factories become a drivin...
Aired: Oct 17, 1989A Japanese-American family's journey across three generations, from their ear...
4. Ida B. Wells: A Passion for Justice
Aired: Oct 24, 1989A trailblazing champion of racial equality devoted their life to championing ...
Aired: Oct 31, 1989The next episode delves into America's transformation from an isolationist na...
Aired: Nov 7, 1989Uncovering the emotional resonance of American football and its profound conn...
Aired: Nov 14, 1989The next episode delves into the remarkable life of Adam Clayton Powell Jr., ...
Aired: Nov 21, 1989The rise of mail-order catalogs revolutionized American shopping, bringing a ...
Aired: Nov 28, 1989A 20th-century black leader, known for his economic and job advocacy, overcam...
10. Ballad of a Mountain Man: The Story of Bascom Lamar Lunsford
Aired: Dec 5, 1989A folklorist embarks on a mission to safeguard the rich musical heritage of A...
Aired: Dec 12, 1989Chinese Americans struggled with assimilation in the 1920s and 1930s, balanci...
12. Wildcatter: A Story of Texas Oil
Aired: Dec 19, 1989The next episode delves into the American West's concealed treasures, highlig...
13. Roots of Resistance: The Story of the Underground Railroad
Aired: Dec 26, 1989The next episode explores the intricate network of secret routes, hidden stat...
14. Yosemite: The Fate of Heaven
Aired: Jan 2, 1990A renowned explorer shares their extraordinary experiences in the awe-inspiri...
15. God Bless America and Poland, Too
Aired: Jan 9, 1990The next episode delves into the experiences of Polish immigrants in the 1910...
16. Roots of Resistance: The Story of the Underground Railroad
Aired: Jan 16, 1990The Underground Railroad comes alive as courageous individuals put their live...
Seasons: 37
Current Status: Returning Series
Network: PBS
Production Country: United States
Genres:Documentary, History, Biography
