US History

Our national history is illuminated and expanded through first-hand stories and original interpretations.

Featured Films

The Fourth Partition

The History of Polish Immigrants at the Dawn of the 20th Century.

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Samurai in the Oregon Sky (オレゴンの空の侍)

A story of reconciliation between a Japanese pilot and American citizens, years after a little-known WWII attack.

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The Prospector

Will Ernie win the next National Gold Panning Competition or will finding peace in the natural world ultimately outweigh the possession of another trophy?

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Far East Deep South

Discover The Past You Never Knew

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Vietnam: The Secret Agent

The definitive exposé of the consequences of America's wartime use of Agent Orange in Vietnam

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All Films About US History

Hearts and Hands

A social history of 19th century women and quilts

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In Whose Honor?

American Indian mascots in sports

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The Insular Empire

What is it like to be a colonial subject of the greatest democracy on earth?

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The Most Dangerous Man in America: Daniel Ellsberg and the Pentagon Papers

An act of conscience that shocked the world

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Spirit of the Dawn

Dramatic changes in Native American education

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Tell the Truth and Run: George Seldes and the American Press

A piercing look at censorship and suppression in the news media

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Vietnam: The Secret Agent

The definitive exposé of the consequences of America's wartime use of Agent Orange in Vietnam

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