Episodes (15)

The Kennedys (Part 1): the Father, 1900-61
S05E01 · The Kennedys (Part 1): the Father, 1900-61

Sep 19, 1992

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The Kennedys: Part 2 - The Sons, 1961-80
S05E02 · The Kennedys: Part 2 - The Sons, 1961-80

Sep 20, 1992

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The Donner Party
S05E03 · The Donner Party

Oct 27, 1992

Doomed attempt to get to California in 1846. More than just a riveting tale of death, endurance and survival. The Donner Party's nightmarish journey penetrated to the very heart of the American Dream at a crucial phase of the nation's "manifest destiny. Touching some of the most powerful social, economic and political currents of the time, this extraordinary narrative remains one of the most compelling and enduring episodes to come out of the West.

The Johnstown Flood
S05E04 · The Johnstown Flood

Nov 03, 1992

Exploding dam kills thousands in massive flood catastrophe in Pennsylvania in 1889.

Liberators: Fighting on Two Fronts in World War II
S05E05 · Liberators: Fighting on Two Fronts in World War II

Nov 10, 1992

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George Washington: The Man Who Wouldn't Be King
S05E06 · George Washington: The Man Who Wouldn't Be King

Nov 17, 1992

The personal development of George Washington is the focus as Producer David Sutherland brings to life a uniquely human Washington who transformed himself from social climber into a patriot willing to give up everything for a higher cause.

Last Stand at Little Big Horn
S05E07 · Last Stand at Little Big Horn

Nov 24, 1992

The historic battle discussed from the perspective of both sides that participated in the conflict.

Ishi: The Last Yahi Indian
S05E08 · Ishi: The Last Yahi Indian

Dec 01, 1992

The last member of a diminished Native American tribe from California makes himself known at the beginning of the 20th century.

If You Knew Sousa
S05E09 · If You Knew Sousa

Jan 10, 1993

The story of "march king" John Philip Sousa and the connections between his music and the mood of the nation during his time.

Simple Justice
S05E10 · Simple Justice

Jan 17, 1993

The NAACP and future Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall build a Supreme Court case against the policy of segregation.

Sit Down and Fight
S05E11 · Sit Down and Fight

Jan 31, 1993

The story of Walter Reuther and the struggle to unionize the automobile workers of the US in the 1930s.

Knute Rockne and His Fighting Irish
S05E12 · Knute Rockne and His Fighting Irish

Feb 07, 1993

The short but notable career of the coach and his team with stories from some of those who remember him.

Rachel Carson's Silent Spring
S05E13 · Rachel Carson's Silent Spring

Feb 14, 1993

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French Dance Tonight
S05E14 · French Dance Tonight

Feb 21, 1993

The distinctive music of Louisiana including Cajun and Zydeco performances.

Goin' Back to T-Town
S05E15 · Goin' Back to T-Town

Feb 28, 1993

A profile of the Greenwood neighborhood of Tulsa, Oklahoma - once a flourishing but segregated community.

About

American Experience Season 5 (1992) is released on Sep 19, 1992 and the latest season 35 of American Experience is released in 2021. Watch American Experience online - the English Documentary TV series from United States. American Experience is directed by David Grubin,Stephen Ives,Barak Goodman,Ric Burns and created by David Grubin with David McCullough and Linda Hunt.

"American Experience" combines dramatic re-enactments with commentary by historians and authors to present an absorbing look at the personalities, events and resources that have had a profound impact on the shaping of America's past and present.

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United States

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English

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Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), WGBH, WGBH

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