Kanał: It’s History ON-AIR
Travel back to the 19th century, when Little Falls thrived as a dairy hub, shipping cheese across the country. Discover its rise, fall, and modern revitalization efforts. #LittleFallsNY #DairyIndustry #19thCenturyAmerica #CheeseCapital #ErieCanal #HistoricalFacts
Glenrio is a ghost town straddling the border of New Mexico and Texas, once a thriving stop along the legendary U.S. Route 66. Founded in the early 1900s, it flourished with the arrival of the railroad and later became a key stop for travelers, offering motels, cafes, and gas stations. However, with the rise of the interstate highway system in the 1950s, traffic declined, and Glenrio slowly faded into history. What led to Glenrio’s rise and fall? How does it reflect the evolution of American travel? What remains of this lost town today?...
NASA's Rubber Bunker is a little-known piece of the agency’s history, dating back to the 1960s. Developed as a flexible, protective environment for astronauts and equipment, this innovative structure used rubberized materials to provide insulation and shielding from external elements. The bunker served multiple functions, from storing sensitive equipment to acting as a staging area for missions. As technology advanced, NASA transitioned to more sophisticated protective solutions, but the Rubber Bunker remains a fascinating example of the...
In this video, we uncover the history of San Francisco's Lost City Hall, a remarkable Beaux-Arts masterpiece that once stood as the city's governmental center. Completed in 1899, this grand structure featured an impressive dome, surpassing even the height of the U.S. Capitol. However, the devastation of the 1906 earthquake led to its catastrophic collapse, as fires and destruction reshaped the city. What made this building so iconic? Could it have been saved? How does its legacy still shape the city today? Watch now to uncover the full...
Learn about the revolutionary pneumatic drills of the 19th century and their dangerous legacy—deadly dust, nerve damage, and unpredictable malfunctions that endangered miners' lives. #MiningDangers #IndustrialRevolution #PneumaticDrills #HistoricalRisks #MiningHistory #WorkplaceSafety #19thCenturyInnovation
Beneath the streets of Rochester lies a forgotten piece of history—an abandoned subway built in the 1920s atop the old Erie Canal bed. Designed to ease traffic congestion and modernize the city’s transportation, the subway opened in 1927, stretching nearly 7 miles as a vital link for streetcars and freight.But as cars and buses took over, ridership collapsed, and by 1956, the subway was shut down for good. Today, its eerie tunnels serve as a graffiti-covered time capsule, a haunting reminder of a bold but fleeting vision for Rochester’s...
In January 1969, chaos erupted in South Boston when three massive Penn Central locomotives derailed and crashed onto the Southeast Expressway! The shocking incident, caused by failing infrastructure and poor maintenance, left the highway blocked and exposed the deeper troubles within the newly formed Penn Central Railroad. What went wrong? How did this derailment foreshadow Penn Central’s collapse? Could this disaster have been prevented? Watch now to uncover the full story! Watch the full episode here:...
Uncover the fascinating history of the Queen Louisa adit, a 14-kilometer tunnel that drained coal mines and transported coal to the Baltic Sea. Today, it’s a one-of-a-kind underground tourist experience. #HiddenHistory #QueenLouisaAdit #IndustrialHeritage #CoalMining #UndergroundTour #HistoricalEngineering #PolandHistory
Explore the ingenious steam-powered elevators that revolutionized coal mining. Learn how they worked, the risks involved, and how they made deep mining possible during the Industrial Revolution. #MiningHistory #IndustrialRevolution #CoalMining #SteamPower #EngineeringMarvels #HistoricalInnovation #UndergroundStories
Discover the untold story of how prisoners in the 1930s and 40s formed competitive baseball leagues inside prison walls. Rivaling minor league teams, these games even attracted thousands of fans and offered players a shot at redemption. #BaseballHistory #PrisonStories #AmericanHistory #InmateBaseball #SportsLegends #RedemptionStory #HiddenHistory
Hidden beneath the iconic Grand Central Station lies a secret train platform with a mysterious past. Why was it built, who used it, and what purpose does it serve today? Uncover the secrets of Grand Central’s hidden platform. #NYCHistory #GrandCentralStation #itshistory #GrandCentralStation #NYCHistory #HiddenSecrets #ItsHistory #UrbanExploration #NYCSubway #SecretTrainPlatform
Manhattan, one of the most valuable pieces of real estate in the world, was famously 'sold' for just $24 worth of goods. But is the story true? Uncover the fascinating history behind the deal, its myths, and its impact. #newyorkhistory #Manhattan #NYCHistory #ItsHistory #UrbanLegends #NewYorkCity #HiddenHistory #DidYouKnow
Manhattan’s skyline is famous for its towering skyscrapers, but did you know one iconic tower is missing? Discover the mysterious story behind Manhattan’s missing skyscraper, its ambitious beginnings, and why it vanished from history. #newyorkhistory #Manhattan #NYCSecrets #MissingSkyscraper #NewYorkCity #NYCHistory #UrbanMysteries #ItsHistory
New York City’s subway system is one of the busiest in the world, but did you know it also has abandoned stations? Discover the history behind City Hall Station, why it was left unused, and the secrets hidden beneath the streets of NYC. #CityHallStation #NYCSubway #AbandonedNYC #HiddenHistory #NYCHistory #ItsHistory #UrbanExploration #NYCSecrets
The Brooklyn Bridge is one of New York City's most iconic landmarks, but what lies hidden beneath it? From secret vaults to historical treasures, uncover the fascinating secrets lurking beneath this architectural masterpiece.
Did you know New York City has a secret underground beach? Hidden beneath the city, this fascinating and unusual place has a story unlike any other. Discover the history, purpose, and mystery behind this unique hidden gem. #NewYorkCity #UndergroundBeach #HiddenHistory #NYCSecrets #ItsHistory #UrbanLegends #NYCHistory #Explained
In 1945, a B-25 bomber accidentally crashed into the Empire State Building, yet the iconic skyscraper stood tall. How did it withstand such a massive impact? Learn the surprising story of engineering and resilience behind this historic event. #EmpireStateBuilding #PlaneCrash #NYCHistory #EngineeringMarvel #WWIIHistory #ItsHistory #SkyscraperFacts #HistoryShorts Support us on the Patreon https://patreon.com/RyanSocash Support the Channel by becoming a member https://youtube.com/channel/UCzIZ8HrzDgc-pNQDUG6avBA/join IT’S HISTORY - Weekly...
Discover the hidden history beneath New York City's parks! Explore the shocking truth about skeletons buried underground and the forgotten cemeteries, mysteries, and stories that shaped the city's landscape. Unearth the secrets of NYC's past in this fascinating episode. Support us on the Patreon https://patreon.com/RyanSocash Support the Channel by becoming a member https://youtube.com/channel/UCzIZ8HrzDgc-pNQDUG6avBA/join IT’S HISTORY - Weekly Tales of American Urban Decay as presented by your host Ryan Socash....
### **Description** Is it possible that an entire block of Manhattan still legally belongs to the British Royal Crown? Dive into this fascinating story of colonial history, obscure laws, and property disputes that might have left a piece of New York City tied to the monarchy. From historical documents to modern implications, we uncover the truth behind this strange and intriguing question about NYC's past. ️ Don’t miss this deep dive into one of Manhattan’s most surprising historical mysteries! #ManhattanHistory #RoyalCrown...
New York City’s subway system is one of the largest and most complex in the world, spanning over 665 miles of track. But how did it get so massive? From its humble beginnings in 1904 to the modern-day network, the NYC subway has grown through innovation, ambition, and a fair share of challenges. In this video, we dive into the history, engineering marvels, and political decisions that shaped the iconic system we know today. Discover the fascinating story of how NYC’s subway became the backbone of the city that never sleeps! Like,...