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Saying Goodbye
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As a child, Lidia Bastianich’s family fled her hometown of Pola to escape communist rule.
Union Soldier
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Kehinde Wiley’s great-grandfather was one of 370 black soldiers to serve in WWI.
Téa Leoni Discovers Her Biological Grandmother
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Téa Leoni discovers who an unknown biological grandmother is.
A Mystery in the Family Tree
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Joe Madison discovers that the man he believed to be his biological father, isn't.
Justina Machado Discovers Grandfather’s Hidden Past
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Justina Machado learns her grandfather was sent to prison because of a relationship.
Revolutionary War
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Sigourney Weaver discovers her ancestor was one of the youngest soldiers to join the army.
Justina Machado African Ancestry
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Justina Machado discovers her African ancestry.
A Bad Lot
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A London newspaper runs a story about Amy Ryan's ancestor under the headline "A Bad Lot."
Marc Maron's Relationship with His Grandmother
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Marc Maron shares the powerful role his grandmother played in this life.
Taking Strength from Ancestors
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Jeffrey Wright shares the strength and empowerment he draws from his ancestry.
A Grandfather's Imagery as a Black Man
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Even today, Jeffrey Wright stands in awe of his grandfather's work ethic.
Sterling K. Brown Recalls Last Moment He Saw His Dad Alive
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Sterling K. Brown emotionally recalls seeing his Dad for the last time before his death.
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