The Dust Bowl  You Gave Us Beer, Now Give Us Water

FDR was greeted with signs along the road saying "You gave us beer. Now give us water." Details

 

Program: The Dust Bowl

Episode: You Gave Us Beer, Now Give Us Water

FDR was greeted with signs along the road saying "You gave us beer. Now give us water."

Duration: -
Premiere Date: 11/18/2012
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR

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