Lena Dunham Uncovers Her Ancestor's Complex Legacy
Season 10
Episode 9
About the Episode
We trace Lena Dunham's ancestry back to her paternal eighth great-grandfather, Stephanus van Cortlandt, a pivotal figure in the early history of New York City. Stephanus's life story unfolds as one of ambition, becoming the first native-born Mayor of New York. But Lena confronts the more troubling aspects of his legacy, including his dealings with the Lenape tribe and his involvement in slavery.
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| Expires: | Runtime: 5m 08s
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