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The Perilous Fight: America's World War II in Color -hoiz4x3-

Perilous Fight: America's World War II in Color

A documentary film features original color film footage from the World War II era.

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Secrets of the Dead: Voyage of the Courtesans

In 1789, more than 200 female thieves, prostitutes and con-artists from London's prisons were shipped off to Australia aboard the Lady Juliana.

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The WETA Movie

The WETA Movie

Enjoy classic movies, weekends on TV 26. Always commercial-free.

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WETA Hometown Heroes

Profiles of Washington-area individuals whose work and volunteer efforts make a difference.

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WETA TV 26

The flagship PBS channel in the Washington metropolitan area.

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WORDGIRL chronicles the adventures of Becky Bostford, who, at the call of duty, transforms into WordGirl - caped crusader and definition dynamo!

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