“A compelling portrait of the greatest and most complex of cities”
This eight-part, 16½-hour television event explores New York City's rich history as the premier laboratory of modern life. A sweeping narrative covering nearly 400 years and 400 square miles, it reveals a complex and dynamic city that has played an unparalleled role in shaping the nation and reflecting its ideals.
Follow New York's transformation since the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
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