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Mercy Street
Josh Radnor and Ken Burns Discuss Civil War Hospitals
Josh Radnor and Ken Burns talk about Mercy Street's setting and the inherent drama of Civil War hospitals.
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52:30
After Antietam, Foster and Samuel pay a visit to the Foster family plantation.
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52:31
Lisette’s intervention leads to a family reunion. Pinkerton’s investigation causes a rift.
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After the battle of Chantilly, Hopkins and Emma strike out to rescue wounded soldiers.
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52:30
The Greens work together to hide an ugly secret. McBurney plots to send Mary home.
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A house guest becomes the focus of Alice’s schemes; Mary tries to conceal her illness.
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In the wake of Lincoln’s visit, the hospital staff tries to save one of their own.
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53:41
Dr. Foster uncovers a scheme and President Lincoln’s visit sets in motion a rebel plot.
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52:55
The unexpected visit of a hospital inspector throws the staff into disarray.
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The Green girls plot to help Tom escape. Dr. Foster guides Samuel through an operation.
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53:58
Dr. Foster operates on his brother, a Confederate soldier. Tom's trauma shocks Alice.
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Confederate belle Emma is overwhelmed by her friend Tom's mental state.
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52:55
New England nurse Mary Phinney navigates her first day in Mansion House Hospital.