The Black American Experience: African Americans Who Left Their Stamp on History

The Black American Experience celebrates 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this Series is an inspiring journey of courage, defeat and triumph that celebrates outstanding men and women who left their stamp on history. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can – overcome hardship and oppression through the strength of our beliefs and personal sacrifice. Each program paints an intimate portrait of history’s most influential and inspiring players set against the most turbulent and changing times in American history.

Individual Program DVDs

Mary McLeod Bethune: Champion For Education
Shirley Chisholm: First Black Congresswoman
Charles Drew: Revolutionized Medical Science
Ralph Ellison: Invisible Man, Celebrated Writer
Fannie Lou Hamer: Voting Rights Activist & Civil Rights Leader
Chester Himes: A Rage in Harlem, Internationally Acclaimed Writer
Paul Robeson: 20th Century Renaissance Man, Entertainer & Activist
Ida B. Wells: Crusader for Human Rights
Dr. Daniel Hale Williams: First Black Heart Surgeon in America
Richard Wright: Native Son, Author and Activist

2-Pack Series Program DVDs

Famous Writers 2-Pack:
Chester Himes & Ralph Ellison

Famous Men of Medical Science 2-Pack:
Dr. Daniel Hales Williams & Charles Drew

Famous Public Figures 2-Pack:
Mary McLeod Bethune & Shirley Chisholm

Famous Human Rights Crusaders 2-Pack:
Ida B. Wells & Fannie Lou Hamer

Famous Activists 2-Pack:
Paul Robeson & Richard Wright