New York: The City and the World

This episode examines the influx of southern African-Americans and Puerto Rican immigrants to New York City in the years following World War II. It highlights the urban renewal efforts led by Robert Moses, which included the construction of highways that contributed to white flight to the suburbs.

The documentary also addresses the preservation of New York's architectural heritage, spurred by the protests against the destruction of old Penn Station and the proposed Lower Manhattan Expressway. The establishment of the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission played a crucial role in safeguarding the city’s important buildings and neighborhoods.

New York: The City and the World captures the social and financial crises that plagued the city in the 1960s and 1970s while also chronicling the remarkable revival that began in the late 1970s. This documentary is an essential resource for those interested in understanding the complex history and evolution of one of the world's most iconic cities.