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American Muslims: A History Revealed
From Slavery to Freedom: The Untold Story of America's First Muslims
Who was Mamadou Yarrow, and how did he make his way into this painting in his journey to freedom?
Fighting for Freedom: The Little-Known Story of Muslims and the Civil War
American Muslims: A History Revealed is a series of six short documentary films that reveal and explore the early history of Muslims in America. The series is hosted by three leading American Muslim journalists: Malika Bilal, Aymann Ismail, and Asma Khalid. Over the course of the series, they travel the country to piece together stories spanning over 200 years.
Fighting for Freedom: The Little-Known Story of Muslims and the Civil War
Season 1 Episode 3 | 22m 24s | CC
Malika Bilal (Senior Presenter., Al Jazeera English) tells the recently discovered story of Muhammad Kahn, an immigrant from Afghanistan who traveled to the United States in 1861, fought in the Union Army, and left behind a 200-page pension file documenting his experiences. While piecing Kahn’s story together, Malika also discovers the stories of other Muslims involved in the conflict.
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