Education | The Story of Peyton Polly
Season 1
Episode 9
About the Episode
A look at how John Legend’s ancestor, Peyton Polly, attained his freedom.
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| Expires: | Runtime: 3m 55s
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Extras
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Sean Sherman Learns About A Tragic Past
Sean learns of his ancestor who was sent to the Carlisle Indian Industrial School.4:07 -
José Andrés Discovers His Ancestors Were Bakers
José discovers his paternal great-great grandmother was abandoned and given to nuns as a baby.4:41 -
The Hardships in Sharon Stone's Ancestry
Sharon learns about the hardships endured by her mother and her paternal ancestors.4:13 -
Chrissy Teigen Discovers Very Unique Lost Family History
Chrissy learns the true roots of her grandmother Ruth, and details of her great grandparents lives.4:07 -
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Henry Louis Gates, Jr. reveals inspiring ancestors of novelist Amy Tan & poet Rita Dove.0:30 -
Rita Dove's Ancestor Had Run-Ins With the Law
Rita learns about her grandfather's criminal charges and trying adulthood.4:19 -
Amy Tan Learns About Her Father's Past in China
Amy discovers records of her father's immigration from China and his many accomplishments.4:11 -
The Train Accident in Michael Imperioli's Family History
Michael Imperioli learns about his maternal great grandfather's death as a train worker in New York.4:02 -
Joy Behar Discovers Her Grandfather's Immigrant Story
Joy Behar's grandparents move to America and forge a new life.4:03 -
Lea Salonga Uncovers Her German Ancestry
Lea Salonga discovers the roots of her maternal great great grandfather, Pedro Malhabor.3:47
