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America, Empire of Liberty

Series charting the history of America, written and presented by David Reynolds

Radio 4,6 episodes

Episodes

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Southern Planters and Black Slaves
The English settled in Virginia and Maryland. Slaves from Africa were introduced.
19 Sep 2008,15 mins
Faith and Freedom in New England
The Puritan founders of New England sowed the seeds of modern democracy.
22 Sep 2008,15 mins
The Back of the Bus
The US Supreme Court orders schools to become racially mixed.
08 Jun 2009,15 mins
'And We Shall Overcome'
Activists confront segregationists and President Johnson signs the Voting Rights Act.
09 Jun 2009,15 mins
Black Power
African-American frustration at the slow pace of change results in riots.
10 Jun 2009,15 mins
Cuba - That Four Letter Word
An American-backed invasion of Cuba fails.
15 Jun 2009,15 mins