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There Was No Stopping Orson Welles
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There Was No Stopping Orson Welles
CBS network executives ordered a break in the broadcast, but Welles could not be stopped.
Orson Welles' Best Performance
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Orson Welles' Best Performance
The press conference was one of Welles great performances as an actor.
War of the Worlds Chapter 1
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War of the Worlds Chapter 1
Watch chapter 1 of War of the Worlds, premiering on PBS October 29, 2013 at 9/8c.
The Power of Propaganda
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The Power of Propaganda
Many Americans were in awe that some people had believed the War of the Worlds broadcast.
Silicon Valley in the 60s
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Silicon Valley in the 60s
Thousands of young men and women poured into the Santa Clara valley every month.
Silicon Valley and the Digital Revolution
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Silicon Valley and the Digital Revolution
The digital revolution officially began in 1971 with the invention of the microprocessor.
Henry Ford's Experiments with Auto Design
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Henry Ford's Experiments with Auto Design
Every few months, Henry Ford released another automobile in his alphabet line.
The Model T
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The Model T
Henry Ford's Model T revolutionized the automobile industry in 1908.
The Ford Assembly Line
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The Ford Assembly Line
In order to sell an affordable product, Henry Ford had to create more cars in less time.
Jesse Owens Behind the Scenes
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Jesse Owens Behind the Scenes
A behind the scenes look at American Experience's biography "Jesse Owens."
The Track: A Great Equalizer?
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The Track: A Great Equalizer?
Jesse Owens' success on the track didn't translate to fair treatment off the track.
Grand Coulee Dam Chapter 1
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Grand Coulee Dam Chapter 1
Premiering April 3, 2012 at 8/7c. Check your local listings.
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