An immersive documentary of reenacted voices from quotes, letters, and speeches from the 19th Century.

The 19th Century in the United States was a pivotal time in history. American heroism is celebrated, but at the same time, the struggle to come to terms with prejudice is arduous. This documentary takes you on a journey to hear from some of the most influential voices from the 19th Century. Features stories about the Indian Removal Act and the Abolitionist Movement. Hear from Sitting Bull, Andrew Jackson, Chief John Ross, Peter Burnett, Elizabeth 'MumBet' Freeman, John Brown, Sarah H. Bradford, and Frederick Douglass. Highlights the human rights issues during the California Gold Rush, Bloody Island Massacre, and the brutality against enslaved peoples in southern plantations.

In this historical documentary, the voices from our past are brought to life through reenactments of quotes, letters, and speeches. The 19th Century in the United States of America was a pivotal time full of political turmoil. From the Abolitionist Movement to those who fought for Native American rights, the people of the United States have a strong history of fighting against prejudice and oppression. In part 1, this documentary outlines the consequences of Andrew Jackson's Indian Removal Act which led to the Trail of tears and ultimately to the land grabbing, reeducation camps, and genocide of Native Americans. Stories during California's Gold Rush are also highlighted, including the Bloody Island Massacre of the Pomo peoples and an excerpt from California Governor Peter Burnett's racist executive order. In part 2, the Abolitionist Movement is explored through reenactments of John Brown, Sarah H. Bradford's writings on Harriet Tubman, and an excellent speech from Frederick Douglass about what the 4th of July meant to the people who were still enslaved in the south.