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The Great Plains, Trains and Automobiles

The history of transportation is hidden in the lines of the map. From canals to trains and cars, how did getting around help draw the American map? Could Chicago have been in Wisconsin? Why are states out West or so big and boxy? And why did we almost had a state called Forgottonia?

English
  • Originally Aired May 10, 2011
  • Runtime 45 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Network History
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  • Modified May 25, 2011 by
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