THE LATINO AMERICANS

The 500-Year Legacy That Shaped a Nation

6 programs on 2 DVDs

$34.99

   Order Code: PBS479DV   
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Six captivating episodes chronicle the roles of Latinos in the U.S. from the 1500s through the 20th century and reveals how they intersected with much that is central to American history.

Incorporating personal accounts, historical reenactments, primary source documents, and commentary from historians, the programs present a story of immigration, struggle, and celebration, and the gradual construction of a new American identity that connects and empowers millions of people today. Topics include the creation of "Chicano" identity, Latinos’ roles in WWII, the effect of immigration over the centuries, and more.

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Copyright

2013

Publisher

PBS

Grade

6 and up

Color

Color

Run Time

Total time: 360 minutes