The Crisis: A Weapon Against Jim Crow

Learn about W.E.B. Du Bois’ crusade against American segregation and discrimination in this segment from The Rise and Fall of Jim Crow.

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FDR and the Court

In this video from The Supreme Court, the Court reverses its practice of protectionism for big business to protect the worker.

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FDR: New Deal Programs

American Experience: In this video, examine the economic challenges facing President Franklin D. Roosevelt and the New Deal Programs he proposed to bring the United States out of the Great Depression.

Ida B. Wells: A Lifetime of Activism

Learn about Ida B. Wells’ life-long fight for African-American civil rights in this segment from The Rise and Fall of Jim Crow.

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Ned Cobb: Fighting for the Farmer

Learn how Ned Cobb, an African American farmer, became president of the Sharecroppers Union in this segment from The Rise and Fall of Jim Crow.

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Pioneer Packard Toy Pedal Car

In this video from Antiques Roadshow, appraiser of toys and games, Noel Barret, discusses the value of a toy Packard pedal car, made by Pioneer and dating from 1914.

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Understanding Character: The Life of Percy Julian

In this lesson designed to enhance literary skills, students learn about the character of chemist Percy Julian through his struggles with racism in his education, work, and community.