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American Muslims: A History Revealed
A Muslim in the Civil War
A Civil War pension file reveals the story of a Muslim man who fought for the Union.
A Portrait of Freedom
American Muslims: A History Revealed is a six-part documentary series that reveals and explores the early history of Muslims in the United States. The films are hosted by journalists Malika Bilal, Aymann Ismail, and Asma Khalid, who travel the country to piece together stories spanning over 200 years.
A Portrait of Freedom
Season 1 Episode 1 | 24m 44s | CC
An 1819 portrait of a formerly enslaved African man reveals the presence of Muslims at the nation’s founding.
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