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  Monday, November 23, 2009
American Experience American Experience
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American Experience
Encounter the people and events that have shaped a nation.

Ken Burns History Detectives
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History Detectives
Discover new, sometimes shocking, insights into our national history.

 History - Be more courageous
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Mexican Americans

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A Class Apart
Watch the little-known story of Mexican American lawyers who took Hernandez v. Texas to the Supreme Court, challenging Jim Crow-style discrimination.

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History Detectives

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History Detectives
They delve into legends, folklore, and personal histories to discover potentially extraordinary objects in everyday American homes. Watch full episodes on PBS Video.
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The National Parks: America's Best Idea

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The National Parks on Your iPhone
Download the free iPhone app for the new Ken Burns film and you can watch behind the scenes video and mini-documentaries, get broadcast dates, and display National Park wallpapers on your phone.
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For Educators

History for the Classroom
Teachers, find hundreds of lessons and activities all correlated to state curriculum standards.

For Kids

Presidential Secrets
Discover little known facts about the presidents in American Experience: WayBack



Ken Burns: The National Parks: America's Best Idea (DVD)

Ken Burns: The National Parks: America's Best Idea (DVD)


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