S5·E9 Knute Rockne and His Fighting Irish
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 episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for American Experience.
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...