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History is full of incredible characters and epic stories that have shaped the past and influenced present.

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE is US television's longest running and most watched history series. Its back catalogue has been honoured with every major broadcast award, including 30 Emmys.

Despite focussing on American history these programmes draw strong audiences outside the US because they explore people and events in history that have had a long-lasting, global impact.

It's easy to see why the awards come flooding in, because the stories feature strong characters, have inherent drama and historical meaning. The films are riveting and substantial, and hold their relevance across national borders.

It's time to make America's past your present.

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