American Experiment

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.

A documentary based on the stories of Lars Stavig, who immigrated to the U.S. in 1876, and his brother Knut, who stayed behind in Norway. The two exchanged more than 150 letters spanning more than five decades from 1881 to 1938, the Stavig Letters give voice and reality to the immigrant experience from the perspectives of both countries.

The history of the Montiers, a trailblazing Philadelphia family who were among the first African-American landowners in Pennsylvania.

HOMEFRONT: SOUTH DAKOTA STORIES is a World War II oral history collection that follows the theme of “What was it like for you?” WWII Veterans shared their stories with us, and we are honored to share them with you.

In this lesson plan, your students will learn about how the Japanese military sent thousands of large balloons toward the United States during WWII. They used air currents to move the balloons from Japan to the shores of the United States. The balloons carried bombs and fire-starting devices. Your students will learn about one such device found in rural South Dakota.

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.

Most people think the Revolution was fought only in the original 13 colonies. But while Washington battled in the North, Florida remained a British stronghold and became the site of its own fierce conflicts.

Exploring Civic Engagement Among Students The Young Vote follows a diverse group of students and activists during the 2020 election. It aims to understand young people's perceptions of voting and civic engagement. This documentary sheds light on how the younger generation views their role in democracy. The Importance of Voting Voting is a fundamental right. It allows individuals to express their opinions and influence government decisions. For many young people, this right i