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S7·E20 The Erie Canal

Core Aired July 31, 2000 44 min
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Synopsis

The Erie Canal was America’s first superhighway. It was a narrow ribbon of water carved through sheer rock and untamed wilderness. It featured an ingenious network of stone locks and aqueducts. Skeptics called it “Clinton’s Ditch,” but visionaries saw it as the gateway to a gleaming future. An engineering marvel when it was built some called it the Eighth Wonder of the World.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 7 Episode 20 of Modern Marvels air?

Season 7, Episode 20 ('The Erie Canal') originally aired on July 31, 2000.

How long is Season 7 Episode 20 ('The Erie Canal')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.

What happens in Modern Marvels Season 7 Episode 20?

The Erie Canal was America’s first superhighway. It was a narrow ribbon of water carved through sheer rock and untamed wilderness. It featured an ingenious network of stone locks and aqueducts. Skeptics called it “Clinton’s Ditch,” but visionaries saw it as the gateway to a gleaming future. An engin...

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