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S5·E9 Knute Rockne and His Fighting Irish

Episode
Season 5, Episode 9
Air Date
February 8, 1993
Runtime
55 minutes
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired February 8, 1993 55 min
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Synopsis

When he died in 1931 in a plane crash on his way to Hollywood to sign a film contract, the President called it a "national loss." The funeral was broadcast live on CBS Radio to Europe, South America and Asia. As Notre Dame's football coach, Knute Rockne galvanized attention to his "Fighting Irish" and was a pivotal figure in the sudden rise of sports to a position of enormous power in American life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 5 Episode 9 of American Experience air?

Season 5, Episode 9 ('Knute Rockne and His Fighting Irish') originally aired on February 8, 1993.

How long is Season 5 Episode 9 ('Knute Rockne and His Fighting Irish')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.

What happens in American Experience Season 5 Episode 9?

When he died in 1931 in a plane crash on his way to Hollywood to sign a film contract, the President called it a "national loss." The funeral was broadcast live on CBS Radio to Europe, South America and Asia. As Notre Dame's football coach, Knute Rockne galvanized attention to his "Fighting Irish" a...

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