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American Experience

Season 4 Episode 3: The Massachusetts 54th Colored Infantry

The next episode explores the remarkable story of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry, the first federally authorized Black regiment in the United States, as they confront bravery and sacrifice during the tumultuous Civil War.

Season 4 Episodes:

Episode 4 Barnum's Big Top

4. Barnum's Big Top

Aired: Oct 28, 1991

P.T. Barnum's incredible journey transforms the American Circus into a global...

Episode 5 Scandalous Mayor

5. Scandalous Mayor

Aired: Nov 4, 1991

The next episode delves into the remarkable legacy of Mayor James Curley, who...

Episode 9 The Quiz Show Scandal

9. The Quiz Show Scandal

Aired: Jan 6, 1992

A shocking revelation rocks the country as it's discovered that the winners o...

Episode 10 Love in the Cold War

10. Love in the Cold War

Aired: Jan 13, 1992

The next episode delves into the lives of Eugene Dennis and his wife Peggy, t...

Episode 11 Wild by Law

11. Wild by Law

Aired: Feb 10, 1992

Three men dedicate their lives to safeguarding the wilderness, sparking a lon...

Episode 13 The Johnstown Flood

13. The Johnstown Flood

Aired: Feb 17, 1992

The Johnstown Flood of 1889 ravages Pennsylvania, claiming thousands of lives...

Info about American Experience

Seasons: 37

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary, History, Biography