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Centennial: Season 1, Episode 11

The Winds of Death (3 Feb. 1979)

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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 ... See full summary »

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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. Philip Wendell plans to run for Congress and the Grebe family falls victim to the Dust Bowl. Written by Anonymous

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In the Winds of Death chapter, a shot of the Wendell house shows the house to have a polycarbonate sky light not seen in that era. See more »

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