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American Experience S27E2 — Klansville, USA
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American Experience•Season 27•Episode 2

Klansville, USA

7.1/10 · 79 votesJan 13, 201555 min

Ranked #7 of 10 in Season 27•−0.2 vs season avg

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The rise of the Ku Klux Klan in North Carolina during the 1960s is recalled. In 1963, Bob Jones Sr. started the state's chapter for the racist organization, and grew its membership to more than 10,000 within three years. Included: remarks from sociologist David Cunningham,

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Episode Summary

"Klansville, USA" is episode 2 of American Experience season 27. It scored 7.1/10 from 79 votes, ranking #7 of 10 episodes this season (season average 7.3). It aired on January 13, 2015.

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