How the States Got Their Shapes (2010)
S01E02 The Great Plains, Trains, and Automobiles
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Season 1
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Episode Overview
The evolution of transportation is intricately woven into the fabric of the map. Exploring the journey from canals to railroads and automobiles reveals how these advancements shaped America's geography. What if Chicago had been situated in Wisconsin? Why do Western states appear so large and rectangular? And what led to the near establishment of a state named Forgottonia? Join us as we uncover the fascinating connections between travel and the formation of the American landscape.
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Season 1 Episodes 20
1.
Episode 1
1.
A River Runs Through It
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Episode 2
2.
The Great Plains, Trains, and Automobiles
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Episode 3
3.
Force of Nature
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Episode 4
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State of Rebellion
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Episode 5
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Living on the Edge
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Episode 6
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Use it or Lose it
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Episode 7
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Church and States
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Episode 8
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A Boom with a View
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Episode 9
9.
Culture Clash
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Episode 10
10.
Mouthing Off
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