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S8·E8 Construction Machines

Core Aired March 1, 2001 44 min
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Synopsis

Feel the earth move under your feet and dig into the fascinating story of earthmoving equipment–from the simple spade to today’s powerful steam shovels. Meet legendary giants like John Deere, Jerome Case, and the founders of Caterpillar, who helped forge America’s monolithic construction industry. Ride on specialized behemoth dump trucks, delve below sea level to view dredging equipment, and leave the planet altogether to explore earthmoving space equipment in this 2-hour special presentation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 8 Episode 8 of Modern Marvels air?

Season 8, Episode 8 ('Construction Machines') originally aired on March 1, 2001.

How long is Season 8 Episode 8 ('Construction Machines')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.

What happens in Modern Marvels Season 8 Episode 8?

Feel the earth move under your feet and dig into the fascinating story of earthmoving equipment–from the simple spade to today’s powerful steam shovels. Meet legendary giants like John Deere, Jerome Case, and the founders of Caterpillar, who helped forge America’s monolithic construction industry. R...

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