History | Adventure | War
Station:
CNN (US)
Status:
Running
Start:
2026-06-07
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This Land traces America's rise from a fragile string of colonies to a continent-spanning superpower - as told by experts and descendants of the men and women whose sacrifices and struggles shaped the nation we live in today. Explore the history of America's expansion through six defining frontiers.
There is no Next Episode of This Land planned.
S1E4 - Lone Star Border
The 1836 Battle of the Alamo becomes a rallying cry for the Texas Revolution, culminating in the U.S. seizing vast territory from Mexico. As decades pass, the nation grows by nearly a third, reshaping North America and its balance of power.
Air Date: 28 Jun 2026 20:00 (CDT)
S1E5 - Empire Island
Against impossible odds, DeWitt Clinton launches a plan to reshape the landscape of New York state and transform it into a global trading superpower, sparking conflict between the Gilded Age elite and the immigrant poor.
Air Date: 28 Jun 2026 20:00 (CDT)
S1E6 - The Last Wild Frontier
The Alaska Purchase adds vast territory to the U.S., but Alaska is also one of Earth's most extreme environments. Initially thought to be a failure, oil is discovered, and the land becomes a cornerstone of America's economy - with hidden costs.
Air Date: 28 Jun 2026 20:00 (CDT)