S3·E9 The Iron Road
Synopsis
A tale of high adventure, enormous human effort and engineering brilliance. On May 2, 1869, when the last railroad spike was driven, bells in the churches of New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, Omaha and St. Louis rang in celebration. Six years in the making, the transcontinental railroad captured the imagination of the nation, symbolizing unification of the country after five years of Civil War.
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When did Season 3 Episode 9 of American Experience air?
Season 3, Episode 9 ('The Iron Road') originally aired on November 26, 1990.
How long is Season 3 Episode 9 ('The Iron Road')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for American Experience.
What happens in American Experience Season 3 Episode 9?
A tale of high adventure, enormous human effort and engineering brilliance. On May 2, 1869, when the last railroad spike was driven, bells in the churches of New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, Omaha and St. Louis rang in celebration. Six years in the making, the transcontinental railroad captured the ...
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