What's Inside the Washington Monument?
In this episode of IT’S HISTORY, host Ryan Socash delves into the fascinating story of the Washington Monument. **Chapters:** 00:00 - Introducing The Washington Monument 03:32 - America’s Other Wa...
7 Elo 26min
LA’s Forbidden Pedestrian Tunnels
Los Angeles is home to a unique network of forgotten pedestrian tunnels built in the early to mid-20th century. Originally constructed to ensure safe passage for pedestrians across busy intersections,...
6 Elo 17min
Why California has a Bridge to Nowhere
High in the San Gabriel Mountains outside Los Angeles lies the “Bridge to Nowhere,” built during the Great Depression under the Works Progress Administration. Originally intended to connect Azusa to W...
5 Elo 12min
Why Chicago Has Highway Bridges for Airplanes
In this episode, we explore the unique transportation design at O’Hare International Airport, where airplanes cross highways on bridges built for cars. Discover how Chicago’s layered infrastructure, i...
3 Elo 9min
The haunting story of Arizona's abandoned domes
Explore the Casa Grande Domes in Arizona, unique structures with a fascinating history of abandonment. This video delves into their past and the potential reasons for their desertion, accompanied by a...
30 Heinä 10min
Why were San Francisco's bathhouses so popular?
Discover the incredible history of the Sutro Baths in San Francisco—once a thriving getaway for the working class, filled with amenities, now standing as crumbling ruins. Join host Ryan Socash in this...
29 Heinä 14min
Why are these aircraft left to rust in Arizona?
The United States has the largest, most advanced military on the planet, leading to the retirement of older aircraft. This video explores the fate of these planes, focusing on the Airplane Graveyard a...
28 Heinä 21min
Why was New York's elevated railroad abandoned?
Discover the intriguing story of New York's Lost Highline, exploring the rich history of railroads in the city, the dangers of street-level trains, and the transformative removal of those tracks. Witn...
27 Heinä 13min
