America: The Story of Us

tv show

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12 total episodes

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1 seasons

First Aired April 25, 2010

Overview

From wagon trains crossing the untamed frontier to man's first steps on the moon, this series offers a compelling look at the people, inventions and events that helped forge the United States of America.

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Cities

Season 1 - Episode 7 - 1h 45m

Air Date

May 16, 2010

Overview

Americans conquer a new frontier--the modern city--with Carnegie's empire of steel as its backbone. Skyscrapers and the Statue of Liberty are symbols of the American Dream for millions of immigrants. Urban life introduces a new breed of social ills, set against the backdrop of stunning skylines and ambitious innovations.