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African Americans Part 1

The ascension of the African American community in Southwest Florida.

Aired 02/27/2004 | Rating NR

Untold Stories

African Americans Part 1

Special | 26m 48sVideo has Closed Captions

The ascension of the African American community in Southwest Florida.

In order for African Americans to build a community they had to overcome slavery, segregation and prejudice. Because of local heroes in the early years, doors were opened for local African Americans to flourish. Now, a special group of people have untold stories to tell about endurance, motivation, determination and inspiration to teach us what life was like before the time of integration.

Aired 02/27/2004 | Rating NR

Untold Stories is a local public television program presented by WGCU-PBS

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Untold Stories

African Americans Part 1

Special | 26m 48sVideo has Closed Captions

In order for African Americans to build a community they had to overcome slavery, segregation and prejudice. Because of local heroes in the early years, doors were opened for local African Americans to flourish. Now, a special group of people have untold stories to tell about endurance, motivation, determination and inspiration to teach us what life was like before the time of integration.

Aired 02/27/2004 | Rating NR

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