Pullman: a man, a company, a town, a movement. The story of Pullman represents a nexus of race, class, and politics that defined the labor movement, laid the foundation for a Black middle class, and gave rise to the modern Civil Rights Movement.
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Pullman and the Railroad Rebellion: American Stories
In 1864, the powerful industrialist and engineer George Pullman brought luxury to overnight train travel with his revolutionary sleeping cars, where passengers were served by former slaves who became known as Pullman Porters and Maids. Pullman soon established a company town for employees on Chicago's South Side, giving him complete autonomy over every aspect of their lives. The film recounts the bloody rebellion that followed as Pullman's workers fought for their independence.
- Tuesday July 14, 2026 4:00 pm ET on KET
- Tuesday July 14, 2026 3:00 pm CT on KET
- Thursday July 16, 2026 4:00 am ET on KET
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