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American Experience

Season 11 Episode 5: Rescue at Sea

A catastrophic maritime disaster unfolds as two vessels collide in the treacherous fog off Nantucket Island, stranding over 1,500 people who must now fight to survive against the odds.

Season 11 Episodes:

Episode 1 America 1900

1. America 1900

Aired: Nov 18, 1998

A nostalgic glimpse into early 20th century America is presented through a un...

Episode 3 Hoover Dam

3. Hoover Dam

Aired: Jan 18, 1999

The iconic Hoover Dam, towering over 700 feet above the turbulent Colorado Ri...

Episode 4 Alone on the Ice

4. Alone on the Ice

Aired: Feb 8, 1999

Next episode: "Polar Pioneer" - Commander Byrd's extraordinary winter at the ...

Episode 5 Rescue at Sea

5. Rescue at Sea

Aired: Feb 15, 1999

A catastrophic maritime disaster unfolds as two vessels collide in the treach...

Episode 8 Riding the Rails

8. Riding the Rails

Aired: May 17, 1999

Adolescents embark on a journey of self-discovery as they hop aboard freight ...

Episode 9 Fly Girls

9. Fly Girls

Aired: May 18, 1999

The next episode delves into the remarkable tale of the Women Airforce Servic...

Episode 10 MacArthur

10. MacArthur

Aired: May 24, 1999

The next episode explores the pivotal formative years and World War I experie...

Info about American Experience

Seasons: 37

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary, History, Biography