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American Experience Season 2 Episode 4

Ida B. Wells: A Passion for Justice

Born into slavery, she became a journalist and newspaper owner in Memphis, and was radicalized following the lynching of three friends. Her crusade against lynching led to death threats, but she bravely continued for the rest of her life to call for an end to sexism and racism.

Oct. 24, 1989

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Journey to AmericaDec. 05, 1989
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Yosemite: The Fate of HeavenJan. 29, 1990
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Roots of Resistance: The Story of the Underground RailroadJan. 15, 1990
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Wildcatter: A Story of Texas OilJan. 09, 1990
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Forbidden City, USADec. 19, 1989
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Ballad of a Mountain ManDec. 12, 1989
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Battle for WildernessDec. 05, 1989
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Mr. Sears' CatalogueNov. 21, 1989
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Adam Clayton PowellNov. 14, 1989
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Forever BaseballNov. 07, 1989
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The Great War: 1918Oct. 31, 1989
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Ida B. Wells: A Passion for JusticeOct. 24, 1989
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A Family GatheringOct. 17, 1989
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Demon RumOct. 10, 1989
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The Great Air Race of 1924Oct. 03, 1989