History Detectives
tv show

116 total episodes
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11 seasons
First Aired July 14, 2003
Genres:
Overview
A group of researchers help people to find answers to various historical questions they have, usually centering around a family heirloom, an old house or other historic object or structure. It devotes itself "to exploring the complexities of historical mysteries, searching out the facts, myths and conundrums that connect local folklore, family legends and interesting objects."
Red Hand Flag; Seth Eastman Painting; Isleton Tong
Season 6 - Episode 2 - 1h 0m
Air Date
July 07, 2008
Overview
Red Hand Flag: Is this peculiar flag one that African-American soldiers marched under in the war to end all wars? Seth Eastman Painting: Is this painting an original depiction of Native American life from one of the premiere painters of the American West? Isleton Tong: Was this building a safe haven for persecuted immigrants, or a hub for organized crime?