The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross

Into the Fire (1861-1896) - Preview

Preview: Episode 3 | 30s

Survey a tumultuous period in African-American history: Civil War, slavery’s end and Reconstruction.

Aired: 11/05/13

Rating: NR

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