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Innovation was thriving even back in the days of the Old West, and this series explores gadgets and technologies being used on the 19th-century American frontier. Experts explain the science and re-enactments illustrate how some of the items were used, including kerosene headlamps, electrified brass rails, steam heat and lie detectors.
S1, EP8 "Train Tech"
The construction of the transcontinental railway changes the Wild West forever.
S2, EP13 "The Road West"
American settlers cross the Great Plains and the rugged mountains.
S1, EP1 "Cowboy Tech"
Re-enactors and modern cowboys demonstrate skills; historic cowboys.
S2, EP12 "Gang Tech"
The more technology a gang uses, the more likely it is to be able to pull off a heist and strike it rich.
Innovation was thriving even back in the days of the Old West, and this series explores gadgets and technologies being used on the 19th-century American frontier. Experts explain the science and re-enactments illustrate how some of the items were used, including kerosene headlamps, electrified brass rails, steam heat and lie detectors.
Original Air Date: Aug 12, 2003
Rating: TVG
Playback: HD
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