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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, EP10 "Gold Rush Tech"
Prospecting for gold; mine dangers and bandits; inventions.
S3, EP3 "The Unexplained"
Mysteries include lights in the sky, strange sounds in the woods, and vicious attacks.
S3, EP7 "Grim Reaper"
American pioneers who migrated west met their deaths in a variety of different ways, including disease, starvation and mishaps; technology also plays a role in the deaths of many settlers, especially agricultural machinery, such as the grain reaper.
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
3 seasons available on demand
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