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10 That Changed America
Web Extra: A Modern Ride on the Transcontinental Railroad
Amtrak still operates passenger trains over portions of the original Transcontinental Railroad route. Even today, navigating that treacherous path can present challenges for engineers.
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A whirlwind tour of 10 engineering feats that made our civilization possible.
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A whirlwind tour of 10 monuments that mark key moments in American history.
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Survey 10 works of American architecture that changed the way we live.