Finding Your Roots

That Was What It Was

Clip: Season 1 Episode 7 | 1m 6s  | Video has closed captioning.

Actor Samuel L. Jackson discusses his experience growing up in segregated Chattanooga in the mid-20th century.

Aired: 04/28/12

Rating: NR

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Finding Your Roots: Season 10

A new season of Finding Your Roots is streaming now! Tune in to PBS on Tuesdays at 8/7 for all-new episodes as renowned scholar Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. guides influential guests into their roots, uncovering deep secrets, hidden identities and lost ancestors.

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