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Steel
Steel is everywhere we look—it’s in our buildings, our weapons, our art, and even inside our bodies. In this riveting exploration of the so-called miracle metal, host Daniel H. Wilson takes an inside look at [...]
Railroads That Tamed The West, The
Gold. Silver. Land. Opportunity. But first, you had to get there! In 1869, one of the greatest building achievements in history the Transcontinental Railroad was completed. But for the stalwart settlers willing to risk it [...]
MODERN MARVELS: Architectural Wonders
Often, their greatness seems beyond the realm of human possibility. Yet these architectural marvels were erected, and continue to stand today as symbols of enterprise and ingenuity. From ancient pyramids to the modern American skyscraper, [...]
Demolition
While a civilization’s greatness is reflected in the achievements of architects and engineers, equally impressive are spectacular acts of destruction throughout history. The cycle of construction and destruction reflect the shifting values of any given [...]
Sacred Places
When the pyramids were being built and Stonehenge was new, the world was a magical and mysterious place. Throughout the world, man built incredible monuments and mysterious buildings to mark the passing of time and [...]
Ancient Rome: The Rise of Apartments
The state of the art in high-rise living, New York City’s Time Warner Center features all the amenities: a health club, restaurants, dry cleaners, top notch security, and citywide views. But high-rise, high-density living isn’t [...]
