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  • NYC in Chaos poster image canonical_images/feature/blackout_gallery_13.jpg XXX Image Gallery
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    NYC in Chaos

    In the late 1970s, New York City was plagued by economic and political troubles unlike any the city's inhabitants had experienced before.

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    JFK: The Legacy

    "...my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country." JFK

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    The Perfect Eight

    Rowing is a sport where no individuals are crowned the MVP. See the seat assignments of the eight boys who won gold in 1936.

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    High-Altitude Balloon Innovation

    In 1783, hot air balloons became the first viable option for people to explore the world from the sky. 

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    Reinventing the American Amusement Park

    When Disneyland opened on July 17, 1955, tickets cost $1, and visitors could explore four unique lands.

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    American Presidential Assassinations

    In the country's early years, many people believed the young democratic republic was immune to political violence. 

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    The Mine Wars | Article

    Industrial Democracy

    Scholars reflect on decision-making and influence in an industrial context during the early 1900s.

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    Documentaries to Watch Now

    Stream these American Experience documentaries anywhere, anytime. We will update this page as new films become available.

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    Your Own Backyard

    There are over 300 PBS Member Stations across the country, with many telling incredible stories in their own backyard. 

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    The Environment

    Explore America's complicated relationship with the natural world, from our struggles to dominate nature to our attempts to understand and protect it.

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    Women in American History

    Explore films, interviews, articles, image galleries and more for an in-depth look at notable female figures in American history.

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    The African American Experience

    Celebrating the contributions of Black Americans to the American story.