Upstate History Documentaries

Glenn Curtiss: The Forgotten Eagle

Passport Special | 1h 3m 12s

Glenn Curtiss: The Forgotten Eagle is the first comprehensive documentary to explore the life of aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss and the winner of a New York State Emmy for historical and cultural programming. Featuring a wealth of rare photographs and archival footage, this production is a long overdue look at the life of an American original.

Aired: 12/18/03

Rating: NR

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Old Bones: The Story of Exterminator

'Old Bones' looks at the legendary career of the horse Exterminator.

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Old Bones: The Story of Exterminator

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Seasons at the Lake

A one hour documentary that explores the history of Oquaga Lake and the family vacation.

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Seasons at the Lake

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The Gray Riders

A one-hour documentary that explores the 100-year history of the New York State Police.

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The Gray Riders

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Harvest

Trace the history and evolution of farming and agriculture in Upstate New York.

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Harvest

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Bob Bitz | Web Extra

Bob Bitz, author and historian, discusses the way Native Americans cared for the land.

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Bob Bitz | Web Extra

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Class of the Century

This one hour film explores the lasting impact of the G.I. Bill on higher education.

Special | 58m 15s

Class of the Century

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Sneak Peek: Harvest

Harvest, a new documentary from WSKG, premieres this November.

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Sneak Peek: Harvest

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Dorothy Cotton | March on Washington

Dr. Dorothy Cotton reflects on the march & the Citizenship Education Program.

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Dorothy Cotton | March on Washington

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Will Corprew | March on Washington

Wilbert Corprew reflects on nonviolent protest training.

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Will Corprew | March on Washington

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Agnes: The Flood of '72

Agnes tells the incredible story of a natural disaster that forever changed a region.

Special | 1h 15m

Agnes: The Flood of '72

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Johnson

Follow the life and legacy of George F. Johnson and the community he built.

Special | 1h 25m 5s

Johnson

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Watson

Think Thomas Watson Sr., one of the 20th century’s most prominent and charismatic CEOs.

Special | 1h 25m

Watson

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