S5·E16 The Alaskan Oil Pipeline
Synopsis
In 1973, a desperate America, starved by an OPEC embargo, began construction on an 800-mile lifeline for its insatiable oil hunger. We’ll examine this technological triumph, built over impenetrable mountains and tundra, where temperatures drop to 75 below zero. We also study its impact on a fragile ecological system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 5 Episode 16 of Modern Marvels air?
Season 5, Episode 16 ('The Alaskan Oil Pipeline') originally aired on January 1, 1998.
How long is Season 5 Episode 16 ('The Alaskan Oil Pipeline')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.
What happens in Modern Marvels Season 5 Episode 16?
In 1973, a desperate America, starved by an OPEC embargo, began construction on an 800-mile lifeline for its insatiable oil hunger. We’ll examine this technological triumph, built over impenetrable mountains and tundra, where temperatures drop to 75 below zero. We also study its impact on a fragile ...
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