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Series   AMERICA IN THE 20th CENTURY
Program Length   29:00
Grades    9-12
Taping Rights   School Yr (Sept-Jun)
Series Description
'America in the 20th Century' brings the events and figures of the past century to life through archival images, authentic recordings, and other primary source documents, while compelling graphics and engaging narration lend context and make history relevant. America's diversity is celebrated with spotlights on many individuals and groups who have impacted the 20th Century.

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Episode#	Episode Title
1	America Becomes a World Power
2	The Progressive Era
3	World War I - The War in Europe
4	World War I - On the Homefront
5	The Roaring Twenties
6	The Great Depression
7	WWII: Europe
8	WWII: The Home Front