Tuskegee Airmen: American Heroes!

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The gripping true story of the 332nd Fighter Group and the 99th Fighter Squadron of the U.S. Army Air Corps - the Tuskegee Airmen. Using exclusive, never-before-seen interviews and archival footage, the Tuskegee Airmen's saga of harrowing air combat and bomber escort duty comes to life. Hosted by renowned actor Ossie Davis, this special program honors their outstanding combat record as well as the pivotal role they played in breaking the race barrier in the military.

A Generation of Warriors

Virginia Historical Society

Richmond, VA

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Narrated by noted journalist Roger Mudd, this program tells the compelling stories of some of the combat veterans from Virginia who served during World War II. From Pearl Harbor through the climactic final battles, from the perspectives of land, sea and air, they share the drama and emotions of this gripping period of history

People of the Clay: The Catawba Indian Pottery Tradition

Schiele Museum of Natural History

Gastonia, NC

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Since before European contact, the Catawba have created hand-built, open-air fired pottery. Despite many changes in their culture the pottery-making tradition not only survived, but has played a major role in maintaining tribal identity. This program documents Catawba pottery-making by following the step-by-step process with several master potters. They provide their personal perspectives on the importance of pottery-making among the Catawba People.

An Enduring Legacy: The Jamestown Exposition of 1907 and the U.S. Navy

Hampton Roads Naval Museum

Norfolk, VA

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The story of how the site of the Jamestown Exposition of 1907, departure point for Theodore Roosevelt's "Great White Fleet," became an integral part Naval Station Norfolk, one of the largest navy bases in the world.

Jamestown Rediscovery: a world uncovered

APVA Preservation Virginia

Richmond, VA

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The compelling story of the discovery of the first permanent English settlement in America, despite the conventional wisdom that the original James Fort had been swallowed by the James River. Hosted by Roger Mudd, the program follows the remarkable journey by the archaeologists of the APVA. It is a fascinating adventure into America's past, exploring how what happened four centuries ago still has meaning for today.

Stories of Illumination and Growth: John Biggers' Hampton Murals

Hampton University Museum

Hampton, VA

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An intimate view of the artist John Biggers at work during the eighteen months it took to create the murals at the Harvey Library on the Hampton University campus.

The Ways of Our Fathers

Pamunkey Indian Museum

King William County, VA

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A documentary that examines the traditional Pamunkey Indian methods of fishing, turtling and trapping.

The Buried Truth

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