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American Experience: New York Underground DVD

$19.95
Item #: WA9722
In the mid 1800s, New York City was one of the most crowded places on earth. The congested streets and pokey transportation system were a source of constant complaint. On March 24, 1900, ground was broken for the Big Apple's subway; the Interborough Rapid Transit Line opened four years later, running more than 26 miles of underground track at the speed of 35... ... More
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In the mid 1800s, New York City was one of the most crowded places on earth. The congested streets and pokey transportation system were a source of constant complaint. On March 24, 1900, ground was broken for the Big Apple's subway; the Interborough Rapid Transit Line opened four years later, running more than 26 miles of underground track at the speed of 35 miles per hour. Soon thousands in the city were "doing the subway."

Production Year: 2005
Copyright Year: 1997
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 4x3 Full Screen


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Kyle B. reviewed American Experience: New York Underground DVD
5.0 star rating
Doing the Subway in a historical light
Review by Kyle B. review stating Doing the Subway in a historical light
This was a great documentary because I watched NYCs Subway history unfold before my eyes, and learned fascinating facts, it was a historically elegant experience. Recommended for anybody who is a NYC Subway lover/buff.
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Stew reviewed American Experience: New York Underground DVD
5.0 star rating
Fun and interesting.
Review by Stew review stating Fun and interesting.
Excellent DVD. Gives history of NYC as a background.

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