Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands

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Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands

Season 36 Episode 2 | 113m 1s | CC

Discover an international singer who captivated royalty in Europe and defied the conscience of 1939 America. Watch rare archival footage and hear audio recordings exploring her life and career from the Metropolitan Opera to the State Department.

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