America: Promised Land(2017)
Overview
The epic history behind the creation of America, exploring how and why our ancestors came to this country. Examine the massive immigration patterns of ethnic groups to the United States through the telling of historical events including the Dutch Fur Trade, the Great Potato Famine, the California Gold Rush and more.
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Season 1
2 episodes • 2017
Season 1
2 episodes • 2017
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Part 1 | May 29, 2017 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Part 2 | May 30, 2017 | 0.0 |
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