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Nature to Nations

Season 1 Episode 2 | 53m 30s

Explore the rise of great American nations, from monarchies to democracies. Investigate lost cities in Mexico, a temple in Peru, a potlatch ceremony in the Pacific Northwest and a tapestry of shell beads in upstate New York whose story inspired our own democracy.

Aired: 10/29/18 | Expires: 11/30/24
Funding is provided by Partnership with Native Americans.
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