Modern Marvels
From tiny sugar molecules to the popular Rubix cube and even F-14s, MODERN MARVELS tells the fascinating stories of the doers, dreamers and sometime-schemers who have created everyday items, technological breakthroughs and man-made wonders. Not holding anything back, this includes engineering masterpieces to disastrous failures. Modern Marvels goes beyond nuts and bolts to satisfy our insatiable hunger for information and strikes up some new questions, too. Shop the History Channel for all the Modern Marvels DVDs and wide selection of merchandise.
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off- Modern Marvels Plumbing The Arteries of Civilization
- Each day, billions of gallons of water flow through cities into homes and back out again in a confusing mess of pipes, pumps, and fixtures. The history of plumbing is a tale crucial to our survival--supplying ourselves with fresh water and disposing of human waste. From ancient solutions to… [ read more ]
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- As fossil fuels become more scarce and expensive, there is greater emphasis on finding renewable resources. What is being done to harness natural power and potential? Can any emerging technology be utilized on a wide scale in the near future? Explore thes Which politicians are trying to… [ read more ]
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- They are the centerpiece of all great amusement parks, heart-stopping rides with names like The Cyclone and the Beast. [ read more ]
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- The United States has become the culture of BIG – just look at the importance of size and how it has been infused into the lifestyle we choose to live, whether it’s our homes, our appliances such as large screen TVs or even eccentric stretch limos. But big has also affected what we eat.… [ read more ]
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- This is the inside story of perhaps the most impressive feat of road construction in history. [ read more ]
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- See how the old-time neighborhood butcher has been replaced by a sophisticated, multi-billion dollar operation. Meet the meat as MODERN MARVELS explores the vast industry supporting that brings the main course to America's table. For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand… [ read more ]
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- This is the fascinating chronicle of the engineering wonder that forever transformed American history. [ read more ]
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- Soar at supersonic speeds in the sweep-wing fighter that is the pride and joy of the U.S. Navy. [ read more ]
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- Celebrate the animal that helped man change the world—the horse. Take a look behind-the-scenes at the thoroughbred racing industry in Lexington, Kentucky. Visit state-of-the-art veterinary clinics and breeding farms that provide everything from arthroscopic surgery to "bachelor-padded"… [ read more ]
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- From "mining" 50,000 year-old-lumber to the humble 2-by-4, this is the ultimate exploration of all things wood. For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ultimate celebration and investigation of engineering excellence. Plunge beneath the Great Lakes with divers w [ read more ]
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- The scientists and engineers who helped build the world's first nuclear weapon reflect on their accomplishments and legacy. [ read more ]
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- Do you smell bacon? That's just THE HISTORY CHANNEL® cooking up another heaping helping of captivating information in this porcine DVD! Snout to curly tail, the pig is a culinary, historical and medical phenomenon. For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ult [ read more ]
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off- Modern Marvels Walt Disney World DVD
- Clandestine land grabs. A maze of hidden tunnels. High-ranking Army and Navy officers. Secret technology, known only to a handful of carefully chosen insiders. Cloaked in secrecy for years, the project began as one of the world's biggest, most ambitious, and little-known undertakings.… [ read more ]
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- Turn the tap on a surprisingly rich hour exploring the many mysteries of H2O. For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ultimate celebration and investigation of engineering excellence. Can new technology coax rain from the skies to help save drought-starved nati [ read more ]
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- This is an eye-opening, must-watch survey of existing nuclear, biological, chemical and radiological threats to our wellbeing. What is out there? Who controls them? Will they be used? For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ultimate celebration and… [ read more ]
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- This thousand-year old beverage is known by many names — Jack, Jim, Johnny, Jameson... — but to those who appreciate its fiery charms, it's the "water of life." For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ultimate celebration and investigation of… [ read more ]
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- See how the cables that crossed the nation transformed a continent, and peer into the future of connectivity. The ultimate celebration and investigation of engineering excellence. Go on the lines with utility workmen and meet the scientists who are designing the next generation of power… [ read more ]
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- Modern Marvels: Mega Machine Countdown DVD
- Modern Marvels is going big, and counting down. We take the "best of" Modern Marvels and give you the MEGA Top 10 countdown. On this edition: Awe-Inspiring Machines--featuring the top ten mightiest, strangest, and most unique innovations from our archives. CC HD [ read more ]
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- Modern Marvels: Science DVD
- Celebrate the fascinating and expansive world of science as Modern Marvels looks at the physical, chemical and biological world around us. Four separate sets – Earth/Natural Science, Physics, Biology/Chemistry and Environmental Science – contain a remarkable 53 programs and over 40 hours of… [ read more ]
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- From world-altering to wickedly cool, MODERN MARVELS® presents - in its trademark style - eight amazing engineering feats that improve life on our planet. Get all the best tech for one rock-bottom price! The ultimate celebration and investigation of engineering excellence. For over a… [ read more ]
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- From a record-breaking roller coaster to a Swedish supercar, this is the ultimate look at the lure of speed. For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ultimate celebration and investigation of engineering excellence. See where some of the world's most classified e [ read more ]
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- Modern Marvels: Wood DVD
- Hundreds of years before steel and plastic, wood was the building block of America. But even today, it touches every aspect of our lives. It's underneath our feet and flying through the sky, propping up skyscrapers and making burgers fry -- from the historical, to the modern, to the… [ read more ]
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- Head to sea aboard a modern aircraft carrier and see one of the world's most powerful engines in action. [ read more ]
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- Witness an incredible tale of drama, history and action! The construction of the Panama Canal was one of the most daunting projects ever attempted. [ read more ]
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- Cross the West on the road that stands alongside the Pony Express as one of the nation's most famous. Travel its remaining stretches. Explore the legend and the lore of the old highway from Chicago to Los Angeles. See rare photos and footage of its construction. [ read more ]
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- Visit Newport News, Virginia, to see where America's aircraft carriers are assembled. Maritime historians detail how ships have been made through the ages. Extraordinary footage documents the rise of the American shipbuilding industry. Visit the yards where today's most sophisticated vessels a [ read more ]
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- From CIA secrets to the surveillance devices of today, this is an inside look at the agency profiled in the newly Oscar® - nominated film The Good Shepherd . [ read more ]
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- Gold. Silver. Land. Opportunity. But first, you had to get there! In 1869, one of the greatest building achievements in history the Transcontinental Railroad was completed. But for the stalwart settlers willing to risk it all, the American West was far from conquered. Travel on the thin… [ read more ]
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off- The Works Garbage DVD
- This all-new show from HISTORY® introduces us to what's amazing about the world around us that we take for granted. This premiere episode gets down and dirty with waste disposal. [ read more ]
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- From the Hindenburg to the Goodyear Blimp, this is the complete story of these captivating machines. [ read more ]
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- Going far beyond its construction, this is a fascinating look at the massive dam that transformed Egypt. [ read more ]
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- We take a look at specialized axes through the years, from the firefighter's pickhead axe to a 17th century Persian parade axe. [ read more ]
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- Watch an axe-throwing contest, meet a modern swordsmith and see how the Swiss Army Knife is made. [ read more ]
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- Play Ball! This isn't child's play. Get the inside pitch on the multi-billion dollar, high-tech industry at the heart of professional sports and international commerce. For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ultimate celebration and investigation of… [ read more ]
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off- Barbarian Battle Tech DVD
- A powerful, advanced military undermined by "primitive" improvised weaponry and tactics. Sound familiar? This revealing DVD reveals how the underdog has fought back for thousands of years. The ultimate celebration and investigation of engineering excellence. For over a decade, MODERN… [ read more ]
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- Travel the south in search of the ultimate renditions of pulled pork, BBQ beef ribs and other tangy favorites. AMERICAN EATS goes from the farm to the kitchen and beyond. An irreverent, illuminating, gastronomic tour of the nation. Discover Henry Ford’s surprising contribution to American cui [ read more ]
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- From Ancient Rome to Desert Storm, see how the military's most overlooked soldiers literally lay the groundwork for battle. [ read more ]
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- You'll have no trouble staying awake during this refreshing look at the latest and greatest in sleeping breakthroughs. For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ultimate celebration and investigation of engineering excellence. Don't let the bedbugs bite! This is [ read more ]
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- The oldest and wisest of America’s Founding Fathers, he is perhaps most famous as a man of wit and words. Yet Dr. Benjamin Franklin was also one of history’s greatest scientists. [ read more ]
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- We'll visit Bernzomatic, where they manufacture the T7000 instant-on torch at a rate of 1 torch every six seconds. [ read more ]
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