Season 2021

AMERICAN VETERAN is a four-part documentary series tracing the veteran experience across the arc of American history and exploring the present-day divide between civilian and veteran communities. From the citizen-soldiers returning from the Revolution to today’s warrior class, it is a deeply moving story, illuminating the veteran experience and drawing civilian viewers into an unfamiliar culture.

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American Veteran

Episode 4: The Reckoning

How can Veterans and civilians find common ground, and move America forward together.

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Episode 4: The Reckoning

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American Veteran

Episode 3: The Return

For many Veterans, the road back to civilian life is full of uncertainty.

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Episode 3: The Return

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American Veteran

Episode 2: The Mission

Military life shapes service men and women in profound, unexpected ways.

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Episode 2: The Mission

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American Veteran

Episode 1: The Crossing

There is a very stark line between before boot camp and after boot camp.

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Episode 1: The Crossing