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CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING
Everything about the job is dangerous.
The mines can cave in. Poisonous gasses can leech from the rock and suffocate
miners, or ignite in horrific explosions. Deep beneath the earth, coal miners
risk their lives to extract the fuel that powers the industrial colossus that
is America.
THE LEGACY OF KING COAL is a comprehensive chronicle of this vital industry,
featuring extensive footage of coal mining through the years. Trace the long
history of labor unrest that often pointed the way for other industries, and
relive some of the worst industrial disasters in history. Descend into the
bowels of the earth for an up-close look at modern coal mining, and see how,
despite countless technological advances and safety features, it remains one
of the most dangerous of man's undertakings. In extensive interviews, labor
leaders and coal company presidents offer insights into this vital industry,
while industrial historians trace the impact of coal on the American economy.
THE LEGACY OF KING COAL is a fascinating journey through the history of
industrial America a saga of greed, hunger and the rights of the men who risk
their lives beneath the earth.
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It
is one of the most popular architectural styles around, versatile, warm and
welcoming. And in California, the MEDITERRANEAN LIVING is particularly strong.
Join the editors and experts of America's premiere home design magazine,
House Beautiful, for a fascinating tour of some of the Golden State's finest
Mediterranean mansions. First up is an eclectic, Tuscan-inspired home by Phillip
Nimmo, who effortlessly blends whimsy and comfort in his design. Next, we'll
tour supermodel Kathy Ireland's 7,000 square foot Italian villa, decorated
with her exquisite furniture line. And finally, we'll see one of the most
influential of all Mediterranean homes, an early 20th century masterpiece
by famed designer John Saladino.
With features on roses and wrought iron, as well as a visit to the famed
gardens of the Hotel Bel Air, this is a relaxing retreat into the tiled and
sunny world of Mediterranean design.
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He was one of the greatest emperors in
China 's history, the first ruler of the Ch'in dynasty. Under Shih Huang Ti,
China turned inward, protecting itself behind the famous Great Wall. In his
reign, the first 1,200 miles of the wall were constructed.
But was Ti really trying to protect his kingdom, or was he concerned with
preserving his own place in history? THE GREAT WALL probes the remarkable
archaeological legacy of this ancient ruler, focusing on the famous barrier.
Leading historians relate what is known of his rule, while archaeologists
reveal the astonishing discoveries that have recently come to light including
the shocking find of over 7,000 life-size terra cotta statues of warriors.
Get an up-close look at these astonishing monuments, and join the ongoing
excavations of Ti's tomb, protected by its own buried army of warrior statues.
Take a first-ever look at some of the most remarkable discoveries of recent
years, and reach across the ages for a portrait of the driven man whose desire
for immortality provides a window into China's distant past.
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Chaco
Canyon, New Mexico, contains some of the earliest surviving dwellings in North
America. Over 1,000 years ago Native Americans built sophisticated systems
of housing in the canyon. The most elaborate of the nineteen towns was Pueblo
Bonito.
Founded with a cluster of twenty rooms around the year 1000 AD, Pueblo
Bonito grew over 150 years into a massive four-story complex with 800 rooms.
Take an up-close look at Pueblo Bonito and the other Chaco Canyon towns. Explore
the mystery of the "kivas" sunken ritual rooms found in each Pueblo. Discover
the clues that led archaeologists to believe that the society that built
the pueblos had little social hierarchy. Hear the latest theories on how
life was lived in these vast buildings and meet the men and women whose work
is shedding new light on these mysterious structures and the fate of their
builders.
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Gamal Adbel Nasser, the first prime minister
of the Arab Republic of Egypt, has a bold plan for bringing his poor country
into the 20th century. Many of the pressing problems facing the nation could
be solved with one thing--the construction of a dam across the Nile.
The Egyptians, builders of pyramids and the Suez Canal, were no strangers
to large undertakings. But the actual construction of the dam would pale in
comparison to the social, political, cultural and agricultural ramifications
that would become its legacy. MODERN MARVELSTM follows the course of the dam's
construction from the drawing board to its grand opening and beyond with
the help of historians, engineers and the people who helped Nasser's vision
come true. See how the effects of the Aswan Dam went far beyond flood and
famine control, impacting aspects of Egyptian life that Nasser never anticipated.
Engineering can change history itself. The Aswan Dam is perhaps the most
perfect example of this.
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How
do you modernize transportation in one of the oldest cities of the world,
while accommodating the largest archaeological excavations conducted to date
in Athens? MODERN MARVELS? chronicles how the Greek city built a new underground
subway system to meet the needs of the 2004 Olympics, while at the same time
uncovering thousands of invaluable artifacts spanning 25 centuries. Project
engineers and prominent archaeologists discuss the difficult balance between
progress and preservation and how engineers had to resort to ingenious methods
of building and tunneling so as not to harm Athens' ancient treasures.
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The Brooklyn Bridge was not only a landmark,
but also the first bridge of its kind. No one had ever used steel for construction,
nor used cables of metal, nor built a suspension bridge so long. Until one
man dared to try.
In 19th-century New York, where buildings were no more than five stories
tall, engineer John Roebling's soaring and majestic Brooklyn Bridge was nothing
short of a technological miracle. But Roebling's innovation led to an uphill
battle against the elements, corrupt politicians, and scientists who claimed
the first strong wind would collapse the bridge to rubble.
This program presents the thrilling and comprehensive story of "the eighth
wonder of the world." Witness moving firsthand accounts, interviews with experts,
and extensive footage that explores the many trials and disasters that plagued
Roebling's masterpiece--and ultimately cost him his life.
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Everyone
has seen footage of buildings being demolished. It seems almost magical--a
few puffs of smoke and debris emerge from the base, and then the whole massive
edifice topples in on itself. Anything man has built, man can tear down. DEMOLITION
shows you exactly how it is done.
MODERN MARVELSTM turns the tables on the typical chronicles of creation
to see how technology and training combine to bring great structures down.
From early, brutal methods to the near-surgical precision of top urban demolition
companies, this is a fascinating examination of an often-overlooked chapter
in engineering history. We'll watch some of the most difficult, dangerous
and disastrous demolition jobs ever undertaken, and meet the men who make
them possible. And we'll examine the many factors that must be considered
before any large-scale demolition takes place.
In some ways, DEMOLITION holds up a mirror to our history--with each act
of destruction, a new chapter is opened, and what we choose to destroy reflects
the values of that time.
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Computer graphics, location footage
and expert analysis reveal what went wrong.
Experts examine the impact of high-profile disasters.
Learn of the fatal design flaw that contributed to the death of thousands
of U.S. troops in World War II.
Successes are impressive, but failures often contribute more to our knowledge.
Nowhere is this more evident than in engineering, where a simple miscalculation
can prove disastrous, and it is almost impossible to hide the consequences.
MODERN MARVELS? returns to this sadly productive territory to examine
the following five events: tap water contamination kills 104 people in Milwaukee;
tradition turns tragic when a pep-rally bonfire collapses at Texas A&M
University; World War II Sherman tanks had a fatal flaw that contributed to
the death of thousands of troops; the sophisticated baggage system at Denver's
new airport becomes a high-tech disaster; and a 1973 construction accident
claims the lives of 26 workers.
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Successes
are impressive, but failures often contribute more to our knowledge. Nowhere
is this more evident than in engineering, where a simple miscalculation can
prove disastrous, and it is almost impossible to hide the consequences.
MODERN MARVELS? returns to this sadly productive territory to examine
the following five events: a massive oil tanker explosion claims nine lives;
a freighter plane crashes into and destroys an 11-story apartment building;
a molasses flash flood; a subway tunnel collapse which swallows part of Hollywood
Boulevard, and a fatal freeway collapse. Featuring interviews with investigators
from NTSB, Cal/OSHA, and Boeing, along with computer graphics, footage and
photos of the disasters, and visits to the locations today, ENGINEERING DISASTERS
details what went wrong.
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Experts examine the impact of high-profile
disasters.
Hear from engineers and other experts.
See extraordinary footage of the events and their aftermaths.
Successes are impressive, but failures often contribute more to our knowledge.
Nowhere is this more evident than in engineering, where a simple miscalculation
can prove disastrous, and it is almost impossible to hide the consequences.
Join MODERN MARVELS? for a devastating hour as we delve into complex and
often-tragic failures that have shaped our world. Five dramatic events unfold:
the 1987 failure of New York's Schoharie Creek Bridge; the 1996 partial destruction
of the Riverwalk Marketplace in New Orleans by a runaway freighter; the roof
collapse at the Rosemont Horizon Arena in Illinois in 1979; the deadliest
grain-dust explosion on record; and the crash of the British R101 airship
in the 1920s.
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When
opened on October 25, 1931, the George Washington Bridge was the longest suspension
bridge in the world. At 3,500 feet in length, the main span was more than
double the distance of the previous record holder. Today, standing as a main
traffic artery between Manhattan and New Jersey, the bridge referred to by
locals as the "GW", is the busiest in the world carrying nearly 320,000 cars
every day.
We'll examine the construction methods employed that made the bridge an
anomaly, coming in both under budget and ahead of schedule, and see why the
GW is distinguished in a city of great bridges.
For those entering New York city for the first time there are other monuments
that may be more identifiable. But in a city of great bridges, the George
Washington has distinguished itself with those who depend on it most. For
New Yorkers the soaring steel towers of the GW lets them know they are home.
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The Golden Gate Bridge is the most popular
man-made tourist attraction in the United States, as well as a vital artery
for the city of San Francisco. But at one time, critics said it could never
be built.
Explore the incredible story behind the world's most famous and spectacular
bridge in this definitive program. From the start the project looked impossible
the span of the bay was too wide; the shore was too unstable, and the tides
too turbulent. See incredible footage of its construction, as storms battered
workers and fog shrouded construction. And learn why engineer Joseph B. Strauss'
plans proved to be a masterpiece of design and function. For in four years,
the longest, highest, most spectacular suspension bridge on Earth opened to
the public, and went on to become one of the greatest symbols of American
ingenuity.
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Some
are the result of unforeseeable factors, natural disasters or acts of God.
But far more are caused by man, either through poor planning, negligence or
innovative strategies that do not work.
MODERN MARVELSTM pores through the rubble of some of the most notable
disasters looking for clues as to what happened. Often, the stories point
to one tiny mistake that, unchecked, snowballed into a force that could not
be stopped. Experts reveal how easy it is for this to happen, particularly
when all the engineering computations involved in a new structure were done
without the aid of a computer. But then we'll see how other incidents were
caused by arrogance, ego and plain incompetence. Dramatic footage and photos
capture many of these ENGINEERING DISASTERS as they happened (or immediately
after), and engineers detail the changes that these accidents have spurred.
Join us for a fascinating look at the failures that male up a vital--if
somewhat embarrassing--chapter in the history of engineering.
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America's greatest city is built on an
island. The monumental task of connecting it to the rest of the nation was
undertaken by engineers, and the ways they solved the problem are some of
the greatest stories in the annals of MODERN MARVELSTM.
NEW YORK BRIDGES visits the Brooklyn and George Washington Bridges, the
Tri-Borough and the 59th Street. In the stone and steel of these edifices
the history of modern bridge building can be seen. But they are more than
just engineering marvels, and there are many more bridges than most people
know. All-told, 18 spans link Manhattan to the mainland and Long Island, and
each one has its own tale.
NEW YORK BRIDGES tells the story of the art and engineering, the fortunes
lost and created, the mystique and allure of the lifelines that feed Manhattan.
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Part
of Teddy Roosevelt's dream of making America a world global power was realized
through the Panama Canal. The French began construction in 1880, but nine
years and 20,000 lives later they realized their plans were flawed and abandoned
the project. It took the inventive American's to discover a way to link the
oceans.
First, the diseases that attacked the workers had to be controlled. Then,
an innovative design for a series of locks was developed. Finally, the dogged
determination and backbreaking toil of the Americans was rewarded when the
Atlantic and Pacific oceans were united on January 7, 1914. Here is the complete,
exciting story, from conception to completion, of one of the most important
achievements of the 20th century.
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