First Ancestor in the U.S.
Season 6
Episode 10
About the Episode
Laura Linney reads aloud an ancestor's confession that led to their exile in Virginia.
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Extras
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David Chang Shares A Story Relatable to Many Immigrant Kids
David Chang discusses his mother’s culinary influence on him.1:06 -
David Chang Discusses Things His Family Never Talks About
David Chang describes being aware of his parents’ vastly different economic backgrounds.1:25 -
Raúl Esparza Reads His Grandfather’s Congressional Testimony
Raúl Esparza Reads His Grandfather’s Congressional Testimony1:30 -
Destination: Cambridge. Occupation: Teaching
Raul learns about his maternal great-grandmother's stint at Harvard.1:03 -
Things We Don't Discuss Preview
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the ancestral roots of Pamela Adlon and Kathryn Hahn.0:32 -
Brittany Packnett Cunningham Meets Her Great-Grandparents
Brittany Packnett Cunningham learns the identity of her great-grandparents.0:55 -
Anita Hill Learns Her Great-Great Grandparents’ Identities
Anita Hill meets her great-great grandparents who were listed in the 1870 census.1:22 -
Anita Hill Unpacks Her Optimism and Humble Beginnings
Anita Hill says she was always optimistic about her future because of her mother’s spirit.1:17 -
Anita Hill Wins “The Genealogical Jackpot”
A rare census finding leads to the revelation of Anita Hill's great-great-grandfather.1:13 -
