Blair County: A People's History
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1h 26m
Blair County, Pennsylvania stands at a crossroads of history. Defined by geography, fueled by industry, forged by war, and remade through innovation, the region is a microcosm of the evolving American experience. Interviews, reenactments, and photographs breathe life into a centuries-long journey across Central Pennsylvania. The saga of everyday people is one of trial, tragedy, and triumph.
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