American Experience Freedom Riders
The story behind civil rights activists who challenged segregation in the American South. Details
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Rides Map
Experience the original 1961 rides with an interactive map.
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Explore the Issues
Read about some of the most important issues of the Civil Rights era.
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Meet the People
Biographies of Freedom Riders, movement leaders, and other figures.
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2011 Freedom Ride Blog
Follow the 2011 Student Freedom Ride through student videos, pictures and essays.
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Episode links
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Full episodes
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Clinton
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Air Date 02/20/12
Expires 02/20/15
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Freedom Riders
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Jesse James
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Air Date 01/31/12
Expires 01/31/15
Annie Oakley
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Air Date 01/31/12
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Wyatt Earp
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Air Date 01/24/12
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Previews
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The Amish: Nickel Mines Clip
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Air Date 02/28/12
Amish Preview
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Clinton Extended Preview
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Clinton Behind the Scenes
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Shorts
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Travel the Panama Canal
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Panama Canal Animation
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Air Date 04/17/12
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Air Date 02/28/12
The Amish Chapter 1
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Air Date 02/28/12
Cradling Wheat
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Air Date 02/28/12
Candy Makers
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Air Date 02/28/12
