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Solidarity in a New Era

Season 1 Episode 3 | 54m 50s

Host John Leguizamo explores the rise of the new empire, the United States. While Latinos were often relegated to the fringes of mainstream society, they made profound contributions to the fabric of the U.S. and beyond. Reflecting on his journey, John learns that Latinos were not just an asterisk in history, but that Latino history is the history of the United States.

Aired: 10/10/24 | Expires: 11/08/24
Funding for American Historia is provided, in part, by PBS, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the Anderson Family Charitable Fund, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, The WNET Group’s Chasing the Dream initiative, the Ford Foundation/JustFilms, and Seton J. Melvin.
Extras
The 1947 Mendez v. Westminster case was crucial in ending school segregation.
John Leguizamo explores the Mexican traqueros instrumental in building the Southwest.
John Leguizamo and historians explore the complex story of La Malinche.
John Leguizamo sits down with labor leader Dolores Huerta.
Discover the contributions of Latinos in the fight for American independence.
John Leguizamo journeys into the tunnels beneath the great pyramids of Teotihuacán.
Join John Leguizamo as he learns how Latinos have shaped modern America.
Explore how Latino DNA has shaped the identity of the U.S. since before her inception.
Join John Leguizamo as he examines the ancient civilizations of pre-Columbian America.
Join John Leguizamo on a journey into the rich and often overlooked history of Latinos.