The Civilian Conservation Corps (2009)
• November 2nd, 2009 • 0h 54min
Documentary
Overview
American Experience celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Civilian Conservation Corps. Founded by Roosevelt during the Great Depression, the CCC put over 3 million men to work improving the countries infrastructure and national parks.
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