S2·E10 Journey to America
Synopsis
A tribute to the twelve million people who emigrated to the U.S. between 1890 and 1920. A recapturing of the journey through Europe to seaport towns, to the arrival in New York Harbor, and into the early months of settlement from urban ghettos out into the prairies. Letters, diaries and oral interviews are used to depict one of the largest single human migrations in history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 2 Episode 10 of American Experience air?
Season 2, Episode 10 ('Journey to America') originally aired on December 5, 1989.
How long is Season 2 Episode 10 ('Journey to America')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for American Experience.
What happens in American Experience Season 2 Episode 10?
A tribute to the twelve million people who emigrated to the U.S. between 1890 and 1920. A recapturing of the journey through Europe to seaport towns, to the arrival in New York Harbor, and into the early months of settlement from urban ghettos out into the prairies. Letters, diaries and oral intervi...