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Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson

Part 1

Season 1 Episode 1 | 1hr 51m 00s

Follow Jack Johnson's remarkable journey from his humble beginnings in Galveston, Texas, as the son of former slaves, to his entry into the brutal world of professional boxing.

Aired: 01/17/05 | Expires: 09/11/21
Extras
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Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson
The Jim Crow Era
Johnson became the world heavyweight boxing champion in the height of the Jim Crow era.
Clip: S1 | 4:01
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Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson
Speeding Tickets
Johnson was given speeding tickets scores of times over the years.
Clip: S1 | 3:11
Watch • 1:42:12
Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson
Part 2
See Jack Johnson's rise to the top of the boxing world and witness the country's reaction
Episode: S1 E2 | 1:42:12
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Watch • 1:42:12
Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson
Part 2
See Jack Johnson's rise to the top of the boxing world and witness the country's reaction
Episode: S1 E2 | 1:42:12