Lyons Regional Library

The story of two "blood " brothers, Alan and Britt Johnson one a former plantation owner, the other his chilhood friend whom he freed from Slavery who, with their families, leave Carolina to settle in Texas in the 1860's in hopes of finding a new life.

Following a devastating hurricane, a park ranger investigates mysterious events and unknowingly begins a fight for the survival of his family, his community, and what might ultimately be the whole human race.

Ten one-hour documentaries directed by 10 award-winning independent filmmakers-highlighting 10 individual days that each triggered change in America. Through compelling storytelling and creative visuals, they provide a portrati of a nation attempting to address some of the tensions and contradictions at the heart of the American democratic experience.