American Coup: Wilmington 1898
20241h 53m
In 1898, self-described white supremacists used intimidation and violence to overthrow Wilmington, North Carolina's elected government and drive out Black residents. This American Experience film follows how the story was suppressed for decades, and how descendants and scholars later brought it back into view.
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Watch on YouTube Last checked 14 Nov 2026
