S19·E13 The Mormons (1): History
- Episode
- Season 19, Episode 13
- Air Date
- April 30, 2007
- Runtime
- 55 minutes
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
Historian Sarah Barringer Gordon says of the LDS Church "that from the moment of its birth, Mormons were under a kleig light." This insightful documentary explores the religion's roots, from prophet Joseph Smith's 1827 discovery of the golden plates that formed the Book of Mormon to the cycle of persecution and exodus that followed the religion's adherents for much of the 19th century. Included: a look at the practice of plural marriage; comments from church elders and scholars.
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When did Season 19 Episode 13 of American Experience air?
Season 19, Episode 13 ('The Mormons (1): History') originally aired on April 30, 2007.
How long is Season 19 Episode 13 ('The Mormons (1): History')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.
What happens in American Experience Season 19 Episode 13?
Historian Sarah Barringer Gordon says of the LDS Church "that from the moment of its birth, Mormons were under a kleig light." This insightful documentary explores the religion's roots, from prophet Joseph Smith's 1827 discovery of the golden plates that formed the Book of Mormon to the cycle of per...
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