S7·E22 Aswan Dam
Synopsis
In 1954, Gamal Abdel Nasser, the Arab Republic of Egypt’s first prime minister, had a plan to bring his poor country into the 20th century. To pull it off, he needed to harness the flow of the world’s longest river–the Nile. The ambitious plan called for construction of a high dam in southern Egypt at Aswan. But the builders of the pyramids and the Suez Canal were no strangers to large undertakings. We’ll see how the Aswan High Dam socially, politically, culturally, and agriculturally affected Egypt.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 7 Episode 22 of Modern Marvels air?
Season 7, Episode 22 ('Aswan Dam') originally aired on August 14, 2000.
How long is Season 7 Episode 22 ('Aswan Dam')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.
What happens in Modern Marvels Season 7 Episode 22?
In 1954, Gamal Abdel Nasser, the Arab Republic of Egypt’s first prime minister, had a plan to bring his poor country into the 20th century. To pull it off, he needed to harness the flow of the world’s longest river–the Nile. The ambitious plan called for construction of a high dam in southern Egypt ...
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