Plot: John Brown could be seen as a hero or a madman (perhaps both), but either way, there's no doubt he played a role in igniting the Civil War. Actor Joe Morton narrates a chronicle of Brown's life (1800-59), which features archival stills, atmospheric re-creations and the comments of historians

American Experience - Season 12 - John Brown's Holy War (Episode 10)
Episode Aired On:
Monday, February 28 2000
25 years ago
Monday, February 28 2000
25 years ago