Synopsis
The experiences of people who immigrated to America in the early 20th century.
- Programme: American Voices: A History of America 1917-1941
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2008
- History | America, 1713-1975 | Life in the United States of America, 1910-33 | Life for minority groups
Licence: ERA Licence required
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