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The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Season 1 Episode 3: Into the Fire (1861-1890)

The next episode delves into the tumultuous era of the Civil War and the emancipation of slavery, followed by the Reconstruction period's fleeting yet remarkable moment of triumph for African Americans.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 5 Rise! (1940-1968)

5. Rise! (1940-1968)

Aired: Nov 19, 2013

The next episode of "Rise!" delves into the tumultuous quest for civil rights...

Episode 6 A More Perfect Union

6. A More Perfect Union

Aired: Nov 26, 2013

The nation seeks unity after 1968's tumult, but African Americans must now co...

Info about The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Current Status: Ended

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary