Empire State Building: Deconstructed (1:59)
The world-famous Empire State Building is a symbol of New York City and one of the world's most popular tourist attractions.
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Empire State Building: Deconstructed
Empire State Building: DeconstructedVideo Clip (1:59)
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The world-famous Empire State Building is a symbol of New York City and one of the world's most popular tourist attractions.
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Golden Gate Bridge: Deconstructed
Golden Gate Bridge: DeconstructedVideo Clip (3:23)
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Get the facts about one of the world's most beautiful bridges.
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Great Wall of China: Deconstructed
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It took millennia to build, but today the Great Wall of China stands out as one of the world's most famous landmarks.
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Aircraft Carriers in Vietnam: Deconstructed
Aircraft Carriers in Vietnam: DeconstructedVideo Clip (1:31)
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U.S. forces relied heavily on aircraft carriers during the Vietnam War to assist in the air war strategy.
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Hoover Dam: Deconstructed
Hoover Dam: DeconstructedVideo Clip (3:20)
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Did you know that the Hoover Dam supplies electricity to more than 20 million people? Get all the facts on this marvel of engineering.
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Eiffel Tower: Deconstructed
Eiffel Tower: DeconstructedVideo Clip (2:15)
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Originally intended as a temporary installation, the Eiffel Tower has become one of the most enduring symbols of France and the industrial age.
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North Pole: Deconstructed
North Pole: DeconstructedVideo Clip (1:36)
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Ever wonder how many miles it is from the North Pole to the South Pole? Take a journey to the northernmost point on earth to uncover this and other facts and figures of the Far North.
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Cu Chi Tunnels: Deconstructed
Cu Chi Tunnels: DeconstructedVideo Clip (1:29)
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Find out more about the elaborate network of underground tunnels used as hideouts, living quarters and supply routes for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War.
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Huey Helicopters in Vietnam: Deconstructed
Huey Helicopters in Vietnam: DeconstructedVideo Clip (1:30)
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The UH-1 "Huey" helicopter became a symbol of U.S. combat forces in Vietnam.
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Vietnam: Deconstructed
Vietnam: DeconstructedVideo Clip (1:30)
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Discover facts, figures and history about Vietnam.
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Statue of Liberty: Deconstructed
Statue of Liberty: DeconstructedVideo Clip (1:29)
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How many steps are there to the crown of the Statue of Liberty? Find out that and other facts and figures about America's most recognizable symbol of freedom.
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Titanic: Deconstructed
Titanic: DeconstructedVideo Clip (1:57)
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Everyone knows the Titanic was big, and we have the hard numbers to prove it. Discover what made it a supersized ship.
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Samurai: Deconstructed
Samurai: DeconstructedVideo Clip (2:35)
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The Samurai were fearsome warriors whose traditions of honor and discipline live on in the study of jujitsu and kendo today.
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Tyrannosaurus Rex: Deconstructed
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Known as the "king of the tyrant lizards," T-Rex was one of the largest carnivores of all time.
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Berlin Wall: Deconstructed
Berlin Wall: DeconstructedVideo Clip (2:27)
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For 30 years, the Berlin Wall was the defining symbol of the Cold War, separating families and keeping the people from jobs and opportunity in the west.
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Alamo: Deconstructed
Alamo: DeconstructedVideo Clip (2:47)
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It has become the site and symbol of the battle for Texan independence, but there is much more to the story. Find out why Americans will always remember the Alamo.
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Colosseum: Deconstructed
Colosseum: DeconstructedVideo Clip (1:38)
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Completed in 80 A.D., Rome's Colosseum has been the site of celebrations, sporting events and bloodshed. Today, it's a major tourist attraction, playing host to 3.9 million visitors each year.
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Ireland: Deconstructed
Ireland: DeconstructedVideo Clip (2:21)
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From Ireland's national symbol to its average beer consumption, get the facts on the Emerald Isle.
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Mayflower: Deconstructed
Mayflower: DeconstructedVideo Clip (2:35)
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How many people were on the Mayflower? And how long did it take for them to get to Plymouth? Get the facts.
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Mount Rushmore: Deconstructed
Mount Rushmore: DeconstructedVideo Clip (1:38)
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Nestled in the Black Hills of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore symbolizes freedom and hope for America. Get the facts about this national treasure.
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Pompeii: Deconstructed
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It was nearly wiped out during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. What is left of this ancient city and will Vesuvius erupt again? Uncover the lost city of Pompeii.
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Spartans: Deconstructed
Spartans: DeconstructedVideo Clip (2:06)
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Ten-thousand strong, the Spartan army was highly skilled and technologically advanced for its time.
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The Acropolis: Deconstructed
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Built over 2500 years ago, the Parthenon remains one of the most visited archeological sites in the world.
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The Great Pyramid: Deconstructed
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Did you know that the Great Pyramid of Giza weighs 6.5 million tons? Get the facts on what makes this ancient wonder a true architectural marvel.
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White House: Deconstructed
White House: DeconstructedVideo Clip (1:35)
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It may not have been home to the president until 1800 or even called the White House until 1901, but it remains a symbol of freedom and democracy throughout the world.
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Mysteries of History
Mysteries of History(7 Photos)
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Some ancient architectural achievements still have modern archeologists stumped as to how they were created. Check out some famous places around that the world that are historical mysteries.
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