S26·E2 1964
- Episode
- Season 26, Episode 2
- Air Date
- January 14, 2014
- Runtime
- 55 minutes
- Director
- Stephen Ives
- Writer
- Stephen Ives
- Score
- 5.5/10 (2 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
Recalling 1964, a pivotal year in U.S. history. While the Beatles captured the imaginations of the nation's youth, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act, unveiled his vision of a "Great Society" and squared off against Barry Goldwater in the presidential election. Also covered: the murders of three Freedom Summer volunteers; and the influence of Betty Friedan's "The Feminine Mystique." Based in part on Jon Margolis' "The Last Innocent Year: America in 1964."
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When did Season 26 Episode 2 of American Experience air?
Season 26, Episode 2 ('1964') originally aired on January 14, 2014.
How long is Season 26 Episode 2 ('1964')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.
What happens in American Experience Season 26 Episode 2?
Recalling 1964, a pivotal year in U.S. history. While the Beatles captured the imaginations of the nation's youth, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act, unveiled his vision of a "Great Society" and squared off against Barry Goldwater in the presidential election. Also covered: the...
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