Becoming American: Philadelphia's Story

Fri, Jul 3 9:00 P.M. NH World (11.3)  

Explore the founding of the United States through the lens of Philadelphia, America's first capital. From indigenous people and enslaved Africans to lawmakers and artisans, the film reveals how diverse communities shaped a new nation. Though rooted in Philadelphia, this is a shared American story whose debates, ideals, and consequences still resonate today.

Duration: 56 minutes and 46 seconds

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Fri, Jul 3	9:00 P.M.	Becoming American: Philadelphia's Story     NH World (11.3)
Sat, Jul 4	2:00 A.M.	Becoming American: Philadelphia's Story     NH World (11.3)
Sat, Jul 4	10:00 A.M.	Becoming American: Philadelphia's Story     NH World (11.3)
Sat, Jul 4	4:00 P.M.	Becoming American: Philadelphia's Story     NH World (11.3)
Mon, Jul 6	5:00 A.M.	Becoming American: Philadelphia's Story     NH World (11.3)

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