Women in American History
In this collection, explore films, interviews, articles, image galleries and more for an in-depth look at notable female figures in American history.
Zora Neale Hurston: Claiming A Space
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S35 Ep2 | 1h 52m 24s | The influential author and anthropologist whose work reclaimed and honored Black life. (1h 52m 24s)
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S35 Ep5 | 52m 22s | Unsung scientist Mária Telkes dedicated her career to harnessing the power of the sun. (52m 22s)
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S36 Ep2 | 1h 52m 39s | The lively but neglected history of the women who changed the world while flying it. (1h 52m 39s)
Part 2 | The Vote | American Experience
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S32 Ep10 | 1h 52m 47s | Part Two examines the mounting dispute over strategies and reveals the pervasive racism. (1h 52m 47s)
Part 1 | The Vote | American Experience
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S32 Ep9 | 1h 52m 42s | The fiery campaign that led to passage of the 19th Amendment, granting women the vote. (1h 52m 42s)
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