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- 1. Only the Rocks Live Forever Oct 1, 1978
- At the end of the 1700s, a French-Canadian trapper travels to the Rockies where he forms friendships and has death-defying adventures while trading with various Indian tribes.
- 2. The Yellow Apron Oct 8, 1978
- In the early 1800s, French-Canadian trapper Pasquinel lives in the Rockies with Clay Basket and has children with her; he later travels to St. Louis to visit his wife Lise who is raising their daughter.
- 3. The Wagon and the Elephant Oct 28, 1978
- In the mid 1800s, Levi Zendt, a Mennonite, leaves Pennsylvania with his new wife Elly; the two head west for Oregon and along the way cross paths with Alexander McKeag.
Centennial is a 1978-1979 TV mini series that follows the economic and cultural growth of Colorado spanning two centuries. It features a large ensemble cast, including Raymond Burr, Barbara Carrera, Richard Chamberlain, and Robert Conrad, and explores the conflicts and relationships between settlers, Indians, and outlaws.
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Centennial is a 12-episode American television miniseries that aired on NBC from October 1978 to February 1979. The miniseries follows the fictional history of Centennial, Colorado, from 1795 to the 1970s. It was based on the 1974 novel of the same name by James A. Michener, was produced by John Wilder .
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Centennial is a 24-hour drama based on James Michener's novel about American history in Colorado. Watch the episodes, trailers, cast and crew, and awards for this ambitious miniseries on TV Guide.
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In the early 20th century, the Wendells prosper and new families move to Centennial to farm in the dry lands. The Mexican immigrants face discrimination and exploitation. Several prominent citizens pass away while farms struggle during the Depression.
Epic in its scope, Centennial portrays the development of the American western frontier from the late 18th century through the late 20th century, as seen through the eyes of families who eventually establish a town on the windswept plains of eastern Colorado.
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History professor Lewis Vernor visits modern day Centennial, where he learns of the area's history - and uncovers a century-old secret. Centennial - a 12-episode television miniseries - is based on the best-selling historical novel by Pulitzer Prize-winning author James Michener.