Army Corps of Engineers.
Details two centuries of work that has literally reshaped the North American continent in the name of progress and expansion. See how the Corps has at various times been heralded as the means to the physical expression of the nation's consciousness and reviled as a prime example of our tendency...
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| Other Authors: | , |
| Format: | Electronic Video |
| Language: | English |
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[New York?] :
A & E Television Networks,
2003
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| Series: | American history in video.
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| Summary: | Details two centuries of work that has literally reshaped the North American continent in the name of progress and expansion. See how the Corps has at various times been heralded as the means to the physical expression of the nation's consciousness and reviled as a prime example of our tendency toward uncontrolled growth and environmental mindlessness. Ironically, the Corps' trademark blend of military perseverance and technical skill will undoubtedly provide the experience necessary to restore that which it has worked so hard to control--the natural environment. |
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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (45 min.). |
| Playing Time: | 00:44:57 |
| Participant or Performer: | Produced by Don Cambou. |
| Language: | In English. Original language in English. |
| Source of Description, Etc. Note: | Print version record. |
