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A new AMERICAN EXPERIENCE collection, currently featuring a selection of our award-winning films from Stanley Nelson (Firelight), documenting pivotal moments in the 20th century civil rights movement— along with articles, digital shorts and original features exploring America’s continued struggle with race, democracy and justice.

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American Experience
The Murder of Emmett Till
Emmett Till's murder and the acquittal of his killers mobilized the Civil Rights Movement.
Episode: S15 E12 | 53:02
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American Experience
Freedom Summer
Shattering the foundations of white supremacy over 10 memorable weeks in 1964.
Episode: S26 E6 | 1:51:48
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American Experience
Freedom Riders
The story behind civil rights activists who challenged segregation in the American South.
Episode: S23 E11 | 1:52:18
Corporate sponsorship for American Experience is provided by Liberty Mutual Insurance. Major funding by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.