S1·E7 Samuel L. Jackson, Condoleezza Rice and Ruth Simmons
Synopsis
Samuel L. Jackson, Condoleezza Rice and Brown University President Ruth Simmons have each climbed to the pinnacle of their profession, yet each started life as a second class citizen in the Jim Crow south. In this episode we will use DNA to investigate family mysteries: where do they come from in Africa, and who are the white men in their family trees?
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 7 of Finding Your Roots air?
Season 1, Episode 7 ('Samuel L. Jackson, Condoleezza Rice and Ruth Simmons') originally aired on April 29, 2012.
How long is Season 1 Episode 7 ('Samuel L. Jackson, Condoleezza Rice and Ruth Simmons')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.
What happens in Finding Your Roots Season 1 Episode 7?
Samuel L. Jackson, Condoleezza Rice and Brown University President Ruth Simmons have each climbed to the pinnacle of their profession, yet each started life as a second class citizen in the Jim Crow south. In this episode we will use DNA to investigate family mysteries: where do they come from in Af...