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Tells the story of how two historians, Dr. Gordon “ Nick” Mueller and Dr. Stephen Ambrose, sought to salute the spirit of Americans who fought to preserve our freedom. Their dream exists today at The National WWII Museum in downtown New Orleans.

Unvieled celebrates the enduring legacies of two of Arkansas's most iconic figures. Daisy Bates, who courageously led the fight for civil rights, and Johnny Cash, whose music captured the soul of America, are immortalized in bronze in the U.S. Capitol’s National Statuary Hall. Explore the profound impact of their lives on history, from their humble beginnings to their lasting influence.

For nearly three decades Jule Huffman entertained the tri-state area as Mr. Cartoon, but his legacy loomed larger than his television personality. Now those who knew him best tell his story. From his childhood during the great depression, through World War Two, into the dawn of the television age and past the turn of the century. This is the story of Jule Huffman. As told by those who knew him.

This unusual, lyrical documentary takes you on a journey into the inner world and prolific/rarely seen art of this amazing, yet humble WV artist. Vietnam vet, David Riffle creates fantastical worlds of 1960s trailers, giant dogs, and the mystical found in nature. He and his daughter also just built together a creative passive solar house in the mountains of WV. They started when she was 8.

An MPB Original Production honoring the life, work, and impact of one of Mississippi’s most courageous voices. This powerful two-hour documentary features interviews with Evers’ family, colleagues, and historians. Everlasting offers a moving, personal look at his legacy in the fight for civil rights.

In 1969, we reached the moon. Fifty year later, incredible figures in aerospace come together for one-of-a-kind conversations about their journeys and to remember the Apollo Era.

The humble and innovative beginnings of the Cable TV industry in Colorado sparked one of the most important industries in the world, an industry that has constantly reinvented itself and is today a major player in broadband. From Bill Daniels and Bob Magness to John Malone, meet the innovative pioneers of the industry, which continues to reinvent itself even today.

Lawrence Welk was born to Russian immigrant parents in Strasburg, North Dakota, where he developed a strong work ethic and love for music on the family farmstead. After touring the midwest for years, he was scouted by ABC in 1955 to create the "The Lawrence Welk Show," which still runs on public television stations. This biographical documentary explores the life and legacy of Lawrence Welk.

Before Lincoln Park was known for its multimillion-dollar homes, the neighborhood was the beating heart of Chicago’s Puerto Rican community, and the base of operations for a band of Puerto Rican revolutionaries known as the Young Lords. Audio-narrated descriptions of key visual elements are available.

We explore the experiences of several Las Vegas veterans during the Vietnam War era. Their stories cover their enlistment, basic training, combat and the aftermath of their military experience.

Vegas PBS' "The Test" follows the development of the atomic bomb during the mid-1950s. Join us as we go behind the scenes to visit those small communities that were affected by nuclear fallout and reveal the turbulent struggles of Nevada’s Atomic backyard.

Discover the momentous events that defined the African American experience in Las Vegas throughout the Civil Rights era. These events altered the city’s history and changed thousands of lives. Our story introduces individuals who are connected to these events, and to each other.

A tall, sparking goddess from Paris. A small, flashy, desert town in the West. Las Vegas and its showgirl were an odd but perfect match. Theirs was a complicated relationship that helped lead Las Vegas to become the Entertainment Capital of the World. "The Showgirl: A Las Vegas Icon" reveals the Las Vegas showgirl’s fascinating story.

In the Spring of 1962, a group of students from Miles College created and launched a “Selective Buying Campaign” to boycott Birmingham’s downtown merchants. Their success paved the way for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the SCLC to choose Birmingham for action in 1963.

The Three Mile Island accident on March 28, 1979 is still considered the worst at a U.S. nuclear plant in history. This documentary details what happened inside the containment building at TMI on March 28, the chaos, confusion, miscommunication and fear in the area surrounding the plant afterwards and the legacy of TMI after the accident.

The Vietnam War…In Central Pennsylvania, many supported America’s involvement. Many others did not. At the end of the war, veterans, activists and refugees all had one thing in common… They all had a story to tell. This program is proudly featured as part of the PBS Stories of Service Wavelength Series.

Jeremiah Denton battled the North Vietnamese for eight long years as a prisoner in the infamous Hanoi Hilton prison. Family, friends, and fellow POWs help tell the story of this American hero who returned from Vietnam and became a U.S. Senator from Alabama.

Defending Freedom tells the story of Birmingham-native Arthur D. Shores, and the impact he had on the civil rights movement as one of Alabama's first Black trial attorneys.

The story of the now legendary Montgomery Bus Boycott of 1955-56. Locally engineered by Montgomery's Black community, this nonviolent protest to end bus segregation inspired a new era in freedom and human rights struggles around the globe.

Throughout our history and even before human habitation, the Missouri River has played a significant role in shaping not only the physical geography of South Dakota but also the human geography. This episode examines how the Missouri River has shaped human habitation in the state and region. In this collection of resources, your students will learn how the river served as a life source for many early Indian tribes and as a watery highway for exploration and settlement. It has