Presents the story of the long life of Miss Jane Pittman, who began her life as a slave in the South and who marched for her civil rights in the 20th century at the age of 110.

"This spectacular National Geographic video takes you on a journey spanning 4,000 years of human history, including the dramatic re-creation of the 1869 Powell Expedition." Includes special behind-the-scenes bonus "The making of the Grand Canyon".

Zero Mostel portrays a conniving slave who uses his wiles to attain his freedom during the days of the Roman Empire.