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Episode Guide
The Black Atlantic (1500-1800)
Series: The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross
Series Progress: Episode 1 of 617% Completed
Synopsis
Henry Louis Gates Jr. chronicles the history of African-Americans, beginning with the years 1500 to 1800. Included: the first documented introduction of slaves to North America, which occurred in 1619 at Jamestown, Va.; and the expansion of slavery during the 18th century, which is told via the story of a 10-year-old girl named Priscilla who was brought to South Carolina from Sierra Leone. Also: what the American, French and Haitian revolutions meant for African-Americans and slavery in America.
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📊 Series Binge Profile
Total Content Density: 5 hours 36 minutes (6 episodes)
Intensity Rating: Relaxed Watch - Easy viewing. Perfect for casual watches.
Binge Milestones
1 episode/day: 6 days
3 episodes/day: 2 days
5 episodes/day: 2 days
Episodes (6)
- S01E01 - The Black Atlantic (1500-1800) Viewing
- S01E02 - The Age of Slavery (1800-1860)
- S01E03 - Into the Fire (1861-1896)
- S01E04 - Making a Way Out of No Way (1897-1940)
- S01E05 - Rise! (1940-1968)
- S01E06 - A More Perfect Union (1968-2013)