How The Erie Canal Transformed America - IT'S HISTORY
Europe deemed it impossible, and President Thomas Jefferson called it “nothing short of madness,” yet New York persevered and constructed the largest canal in the world: the Erie Canal. This video del...
15 Touko 23min
The Controversial Truth about Capone's Chicago Tunnels
In 1986, 30 million Americans witnessed Geraldo Rivera opening a vault beneath Chicago's Lexington Hotel, the former home of Al Capone, expecting to find cash and weapons but uncovering only dirt and ...
14 Touko 30min
Why New York’s Secret Government Island Has No Inhabitants
Governors Island is a small island off the southern tip of Manhattan, New York City, with a rich history dating back to the 1600s as a Dutch colonial settlement. It has served various purposes over th...
13 Touko 15min
Forgotten Tunnels Under Chicago - EXPLORING The History of Chicago Tunnels - IT'S HISTORY (VIDEO)
Below the sewers and subways of Chicago lie over 60 miles of forgotten 19th and 20th-century train tunnels. Once a vital connection between many of the city’s prominent buildings, this labyrinth has r...
12 Touko 21min
Chicago's Most Dangerous Jail Complex | Cook County Jail
In this video, we take you inside Cook County Jail, known as the most dangerous jail complex in Chicago. This facility has a notorious reputation for violence, overcrowding, and inhumane conditions. T...
9 Touko 19min
Why Chicagoland's Oasis is Disappearing | The Rise and Fall of The Illinois Tollway Oasis
Join us as we explore the history of rest stops in the Chicagoland region, including Chicago's evolution as a transportation hub. This video covers the rest stops on the Erie Canal, the Galena and Chi...
8 Touko 17min
The Secret Tunnels Beneath New York - IT'S HISTORY
Join host Ryan Socash as he explores the hidden and forgotten tunnels beneath New York City, delving into their intriguing histories and what remains today. Chapters: 00:00 - History of the Cobble H...
7 Touko 19min
How the New Jersey Turnpike Changed America Forever - IT'S HISTORY
In the 1950s, New Jersey's population was booming, leading to the construction of the New Jersey Turnpike, an iconic highway that transformed American travel since its opening in 1951. This video expl...
5 Touko 23min
