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10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 3, Episode 4, Edison vs Tesla
directed by Stuart Chait, 1980-; presented by Henry Rollins, 1961-; produced by Mary Courtney, fl. 2004-2016 and Henry Rollins, 1961-, Asylum Entertainment, in 10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 3, Episode 4 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2014), 43 mins
In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a m...
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directed by Stuart Chait, 1980-; presented by Henry Rollins, 1961-; produced by Mary Courtney, fl. 2004-2016 and Henry Rollins, 1961-, Asylum Entertainment, in 10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 3, Episode 4 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2014), 43 mins
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In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a mission to discover the info every casual history fan needs to know.
Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla are two of the most famous minds in...
In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a mission to discover the info every casual history fan needs to know.
Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla are two of the most famous minds in American History... yet their lives and work are filled with facts you'd never even imagine.
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Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Mary Courtney, fl. 2004-2016, Henry Rollins, 1961-, Asylum Entertainment
Author / Creator
Stuart Chait, 1980-, Henry Rollins, 1961-
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
10 Things You Don't Know About
Person Discussed
Mark Twain, 1835-1910, Thomas Edison, 1847-1931, Nikola Tesla, 1856-1943
Topic / Theme
Industry, Electricity, Rivalry, Innovation and invention, Trade and Commerce, Science and Technology, Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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American Experience, Season 34 Episode 3, Flood in the Desert
directed by Rob Rapley, fl. 1994-2009; produced by Emily Harrold, fl. 2012 and Rob Rapley, fl. 1994-2009, WGBH Educational Foundation and Apograph Productions, in American Experience, Season 34 Episode 3 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2022), 53 mins
Explore the 1928 collapse of the St. Francis Dam, the second deadliest disaster in California history. A colossal engineering and human failure, the dam was built by William Mulholland, a self-taught engineer who ensured the growth of Los Angeles by bringing the city water via aqueduct. The catastrophe killed more...
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directed by Rob Rapley, fl. 1994-2009; produced by Emily Harrold, fl. 2012 and Rob Rapley, fl. 1994-2009, WGBH Educational Foundation and Apograph Productions, in American Experience, Season 34 Episode 3 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2022), 53 mins
Description
Explore the 1928 collapse of the St. Francis Dam, the second deadliest disaster in California history. A colossal engineering and human failure, the dam was built by William Mulholland, a self-taught engineer who ensured the growth of Los Angeles by bringing the city water via aqueduct. The catastrophe killed more than 400 people and destroyed millions of dollars of property.
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Emily Harrold, fl. 2012, Rob Rapley, fl. 1994-2009, WGBH Educational Foundation, Apograph Productions, Andre Braugher, 1962-
Author / Creator
Rob Rapley, fl. 1994-2009
Date Published / Released
2022
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
American Experience
Speaker / Narrator
Andre Braugher, 1962-
Person Discussed
William Mulholland, 1855-1935
Topic / Theme
Property damage, Dams, Floods, Water resources development, Water supply, World War I & Jazz Age (1914–1928), American Indians, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Copyright © 2022 WGBH Educational Foundation
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Children of Chernobyl
directed by Clive Gordon, fl. 1989-2006; produced by Clive Gordon, fl. 1989-2006, Yorkshire Television (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 1993), 52 mins
This disturbing film reveals for the first time the true depths of the tragedy at Chernobyl through exclusive archival film and eyewitness accounts. It is a story of deception and cover-up on a grand scale. The true legacy of the disaster can be seen on the children's wards of hospitals. Total hair loss is one of...
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directed by Clive Gordon, fl. 1989-2006; produced by Clive Gordon, fl. 1989-2006, Yorkshire Television (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 1993), 52 mins
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This disturbing film reveals for the first time the true depths of the tragedy at Chernobyl through exclusive archival film and eyewitness accounts. It is a story of deception and cover-up on a grand scale. The true legacy of the disaster can be seen on the children's wards of hospitals. Total hair loss is one of the more visible signs. Sadly for the children, the number of cancer diagnoses is growing alarmingly. We learn that thousands of men fr...
This disturbing film reveals for the first time the true depths of the tragedy at Chernobyl through exclusive archival film and eyewitness accounts. It is a story of deception and cover-up on a grand scale. The true legacy of the disaster can be seen on the children's wards of hospitals. Total hair loss is one of the more visible signs. Sadly for the children, the number of cancer diagnoses is growing alarmingly. We learn that thousands of men from all over the Soviet Union were dragged from the streets and drafted for the clean-up operation. Those working in the area of highest radioactivity received, in a single 90-second-shift, the maximum dosage of radiation allotted for a whole lifetime. It is believed that half of these men have died. Ordinary people were placed in danger through lack of information, while officials quickly evacuated their own families. It is estimated that 280,000 people worldwide will contract cancer because of the disaster. College Adult
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Clive Gordon, fl. 1989-2006, Yorkshire Television, Mark Halliley, fl. 1989-2017
Author / Creator
Clive Gordon, fl. 1989-2006
Date Published / Released
1993
Publisher
Filmakers Library
Speaker / Narrator
Mark Halliley, fl. 1989-2017
Topic / Theme
Chernobyl Disaster, Energy industry, General medical conditions, Poisonings, Pollution, Sciences, Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant Disaster, Pripyat, Ukraine, April 26, 1986, Disease and Health, Engineering, World History, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Copyright © 1993. Used by permission of Filmakers Library. All rights reserved.
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DK Timelines, Aircraft and Aviation
produced by Makematic and Northern Ireland Screen, in DK Timelines (Belfast, Northern Ireland: Makematic, 2022), 3 mins
This is a timeline of the evolution of aircraft and aviation, from the early experiments with hot air balloons in 1783 to the advancements of modern-day aviation. From the Wright Brothers' historic flight in 1903 to the development of jet engines, supersonic passenger jets, and unmanned drones, aviation continues...
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produced by Makematic and Northern Ireland Screen, in DK Timelines (Belfast, Northern Ireland: Makematic, 2022), 3 mins
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This is a timeline of the evolution of aircraft and aviation, from the early experiments with hot air balloons in 1783 to the advancements of modern-day aviation. From the Wright Brothers' historic flight in 1903 to the development of jet engines, supersonic passenger jets, and unmanned drones, aviation continues to push the boundaries of innovation and shape the way we travel and explore the skies.
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Instructional material
Contributor
Makematic, Northern Ireland Screen
Date Published / Released
2022
Publisher
Makematic
Series
DK Timelines
Topic / Theme
Wright Brothers' First Flight, Kitty Hawk, NC, 1903, 21st Century in World History (2001– ), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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Engineering an Empire, Episode 8, The Persians
directed by Hassan Ildari, fl. 1989-2010; presented by Peter Weller, 1947-; produced by Hassan Ildari, fl. 1989-2010, Kralyevich Productions, in Engineering an Empire, Episode 8 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 45 mins
The engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest societies on this planet. The Persian Empire was one of the most mysterious civilizations in the ancient world. Persia became an empire under the Cyrus the Great.
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directed by Hassan Ildari, fl. 1989-2010; presented by Peter Weller, 1947-; produced by Hassan Ildari, fl. 1989-2010, Kralyevich Productions, in Engineering an Empire, Episode 8 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 45 mins
Description
The engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest societies on this planet. The Persian Empire was one of the most mysterious civilizations in the ancient world. Persia became an empire under the Cyrus the Great.
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Hassan Ildari, fl. 1989-2010, Kralyevich Productions, Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Author / Creator
Hassan Ildari, fl. 1989-2010, Peter Weller, 1947-
Date Published / Released
2006
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Engineering an Empire
Speaker / Narrator
Peter Weller, 1947-, Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Person Discussed
Peter Weller, 1947-, Darius III, King of Persia, 0380-0330, Cyrus II, 598 BC-530 BC, Xerxes, Alexander the Great, 356 BC-323 BC
Topic / Theme
Battle of the Persian Gate, 330 BCE, War and Violence, Political and Social Movements, Persian, Prehistory to Early Civilizations (Up to 1000 BCE)
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Engineering an Empire, Episode 9, Britain: Blood and Steel
directed by Kristen Gray, fl. 2003; presented by Peter Weller, 1947-; produced by Kristen Gray, fl. 2003, Kralyevich Productions, in Engineering an Empire, Episode 9 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 45 mins
The engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest societies on this planet. At its pinnacle, the British Empire spanned every continent and covered one quarter of the Earth's land mass.
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directed by Kristen Gray, fl. 2003; presented by Peter Weller, 1947-; produced by Kristen Gray, fl. 2003, Kralyevich Productions, in Engineering an Empire, Episode 9 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 45 mins
Description
The engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest societies on this planet. At its pinnacle, the British Empire spanned every continent and covered one quarter of the Earth's land mass.
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Kristen Gray, fl. 2003, Kralyevich Productions, Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Author / Creator
Kristen Gray, fl. 2003, Peter Weller, 1947-
Date Published / Released
2006
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Engineering an Empire
Speaker / Narrator
Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Person Discussed
Sir Joseph Bazalgette, 1819-1891, Isambard Kingdom Brunel, 1806-1859, Henry VIII, King of England, 1491-1547
Topic / Theme
Battle of Trafalgar, October 21, 1805, Science and Technology, War and Violence, Imperialism and Colonialism, Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914), Early Modern Period (1450–1750), Post-Classical Period (500–1450), Classical Period (1000 BCE–500 CE)
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Engineering an Empire, Episode 14, Da Vinci's World
directed by Dana Ross, fl. 2001 and Gabrielle Mahler, fl. 1998; presented by Peter Weller, 1947-; produced by Dana Ross, fl. 2001 and Gabrielle Mahler, fl. 1998, Kralyevich Productions, in Engineering an Empire, Episode 14 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 44 mins
The engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest societies on this planet.
After the fall of Rome, Italy fell into a dark sleep, and wasn't reawakened until the 11th century.
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directed by Dana Ross, fl. 2001 and Gabrielle Mahler, fl. 1998; presented by Peter Weller, 1947-; produced by Dana Ross, fl. 2001 and Gabrielle Mahler, fl. 1998, Kralyevich Productions, in Engineering an Empire, Episode 14 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 44 mins
Description
The engineering and/or architectural feats that were characteristic of some of the greatest societies on this planet.
After the fall of Rome, Italy fell into a dark sleep, and wasn't reawakened until the 11th century.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Dana Ross, fl. 2001, Gabrielle Mahler, fl. 1998, Kralyevich Productions, Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Author / Creator
Dana Ross, fl. 2001, Gabrielle Mahler, fl. 1998, Peter Weller, 1947-
Date Published / Released
2006
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Engineering an Empire
Speaker / Narrator
Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Person Discussed
Filippo Brunellesco, 1377-1446
Topic / Theme
Trade and Commerce, Post-Classical Period (500–1450)
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Engineering Disasters, Trapped Under Seattle
produced by Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017, Brad Baxter, fl. 2002-2017, Lee Berger, fl. 2015 and Sam Prigg, fl. 1980-2017, Outpost Entertainment, in Engineering Disasters (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2015), 43 mins
"Engineering Disasters" combines expert and eyewitness interviews, state-of-the-art graphics, and dramatic "moment of disaster" footage to tell the stories behind the world’s most terrifying engineering disasters.
Why did Asiana flight 214, packed with passengers, suddenly crash land and cartwheel across San Franc...
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produced by Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017, Brad Baxter, fl. 2002-2017, Lee Berger, fl. 2015 and Sam Prigg, fl. 1980-2017, Outpost Entertainment, in Engineering Disasters (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2015), 43 mins
Description
"Engineering Disasters" combines expert and eyewitness interviews, state-of-the-art graphics, and dramatic "moment of disaster" footage to tell the stories behind the world’s most terrifying engineering disasters.
Why did Asiana flight 214, packed with passengers, suddenly crash land and cartwheel across San Francisco International Airport's runway?
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017, Brad Baxter, fl. 2002-2017, Lee Berger, fl. 2015, Sam Prigg, fl. 1980-2017, Outpost Entertainment, Greg Stebner, fl. 1984-2013
Date Published / Released
2015
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Engineering Disasters
Speaker / Narrator
Greg Stebner, fl. 1984-2013
Topic / Theme
Fires, Tunnels, Explosives, Sinkholes, Engineering, Aircraft accidents, Science and Technology, Early 21st Century United States (2001– ), Late 20th Century (1975–2000)
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Engineering Disasters, Episode 4, Colorado Dam Disaster
directed by Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017, Marcus Lehmann, fl. 2002-2017, John Goheen, fl. 1980-2017 and David Randag, fl. 2007-2017; produced by Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017, John Goheen, fl. 1980-2017, Marcus Lehmann, fl. 2002-2017 and David Randag, fl. 2007-2017, Outpost Entertainment, in Engineering Disasters, Episode 4 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2015), 43 mins
"Engineering Disasters" combines expert and eyewitness interviews, state-of-the-art graphics, and dramatic "moment of disaster" footage to tell the stories behind the world's most terrifying engineering disasters. On this episode, a storm of the century takes out nine dams in Colorado, flooding entire towns and le...
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directed by Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017, Marcus Lehmann, fl. 2002-2017, John Goheen, fl. 1980-2017 and David Randag, fl. 2007-2017; produced by Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017, John Goheen, fl. 1980-2017, Marcus Lehmann, fl. 2002-2017 and David Randag, fl. 2007-2017, Outpost Entertainment, in Engineering Disasters, Episode 4 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2015), 43 mins
Description
"Engineering Disasters" combines expert and eyewitness interviews, state-of-the-art graphics, and dramatic "moment of disaster" footage to tell the stories behind the world's most terrifying engineering disasters. On this episode, a storm of the century takes out nine dams in Colorado, flooding entire towns and leaving thousands stranded. A train carrying hazardous materials derails, releasing toxic vapors throughout a small NJ community.
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017, John Goheen, fl. 1980-2017, Marcus Lehmann, fl. 2002-2017, David Randag, fl. 2007-2017, Outpost Entertainment, Greg Stebner, fl. 1984-2013
Author / Creator
Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017, Marcus Lehmann, fl. 2002-2017, John Goheen, fl. 1980-2017, David Randag, fl. 2007-2017
Date Published / Released
2015
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Engineering Disasters
Speaker / Narrator
Greg Stebner, fl. 1984-2013
Topic / Theme
Water in the American West, Dams, Environmental disasters, Science and Technology, Climate and the Environment, Ecology, Early 21st Century United States (2001– ), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Engineering Disasters, Season 1, Episode 3, Kentucky Sinkhole
directed by Terry LeCroix, fl. 1987-2017, Jeff Garton, fl. 2001-2015, Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017 and Douglas Bachman, fl. 1999-2017; produced by Douglas Bachman, fl. 1999-2017, Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017, Jeff Garton, fl. 2001-2015 and Terry LeCroix, fl. 1987-2017, Outpost Entertainment, in Engineering Disasters, Season 1, Episode 3 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2015), 43 mins
"Engineering Disasters" combines expert and eyewitness interviews, state-of-the-art graphics, and dramatic "moment of disaster" footage to tell the stories behind the world's most terrifying engineering disasters.
Why did a 72 oil-car runaway train crash, killing 47 people and leveling half a town? Also, can engin...
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directed by Terry LeCroix, fl. 1987-2017, Jeff Garton, fl. 2001-2015, Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017 and Douglas Bachman, fl. 1999-2017; produced by Douglas Bachman, fl. 1999-2017, Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017, Jeff Garton, fl. 2001-2015 and Terry LeCroix, fl. 1987-2017, Outpost Entertainment, in Engineering Disasters, Season 1, Episode 3 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2015), 43 mins
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"Engineering Disasters" combines expert and eyewitness interviews, state-of-the-art graphics, and dramatic "moment of disaster" footage to tell the stories behind the world's most terrifying engineering disasters.
Why did a 72 oil-car runaway train crash, killing 47 people and leveling half a town? Also, can engineers do anything to fix a gaping sinkhole at the National Corvette Museum?
Field of Study
Global Issues
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Douglas Bachman, fl. 1999-2017, Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017, Jeff Garton, fl. 2001-2015, Terry LeCroix, fl. 1987-2017, Outpost Entertainment, Greg Stebner, fl. 1984-2013
Author / Creator
Terry LeCroix, fl. 1987-2017, Jeff Garton, fl. 2001-2015, Neil Barrett, fl. 2001-2017, Douglas Bachman, fl. 1999-2017
Date Published / Released
2015
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Engineering Disasters
Speaker / Narrator
Greg Stebner, fl. 1984-2013
Topic / Theme
Mining engineering, Aircraft accidents, Architecture, Sinkholes, Rail accidents, Engineering, Science and Technology, Early 21st Century United States (2001– ), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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