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S1·E2 The Empire State Building

Core Aired January 21, 1994 44 min
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Synopsis

The remarkable story of how the landmark New York City skyscraper was constructed during the depths of the Depression. Requiring 10 million bricks and 60,000 tons of steel beams and using a revolutionary technique to hold the steel girders in place–hot rivets–the world’s tallest building was completed four months ahead of schedule.

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When did Season 1 Episode 2 of Modern Marvels air?

Season 1, Episode 2 ('The Empire State Building') originally aired on January 21, 1994.

How long is Season 1 Episode 2 ('The Empire State Building')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.

What happens in Modern Marvels Season 1 Episode 2?

The remarkable story of how the landmark New York City skyscraper was constructed during the depths of the Depression. Requiring 10 million bricks and 60,000 tons of steel beams and using a revolutionary technique to hold the steel girders in place–hot rivets–the world’s tallest building was complet...

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