1989: The Year that Made Us

A chronicle of the most consequential events of 1989, which saw the rise of radicalism, the intensification of tabloid news culture, the birth of the internet, and diverse voices gaining unprecedented traction.

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Status

Ended

Original Name

1989: The Year that Made Us

First Air Date

May 5, 2019

Last Air Date

May 5, 2019

Seasons

1

Episodes

6

Language

English

S01E06

From Communism to Terrorism

Former Secretary of State James Baker and retired Gen. David Petraeus trace the origins of America’s longest war back to Afghanistan in 1989.

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