Empires of industry, Jupiter Entertainment; A&E Television Network, executive producer: Stephen Land; the History Channel, executive producer: Charlie Maday
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Empires of industry, Jupiter Entertainment; A&E Television Network, executive producer: Stephen Land; the History Channel, executive producer: Charlie Maday
Language
eng
Characteristic
videorecording
Main title
Empires of industry
Medium
electronic resource
Oclc number
677927134
Responsibility statement
Jupiter Entertainment; A&E Television Network, executive producer: Stephen Land; the History Channel, executive producer: Charlie Maday
Runtime
50
Series statement
The history channel, where the past comes aliveAmerican history in video
Summary
The Legacy of King Coal is a comprehensive chronicle of this vital industry, featuring extensive footage of coal mining through the years. Trace the long history of labor unrest that often pointed the way for other industries, and relive some of the worst industrial disasters in history. Descend into the bowels of the earth for an up-close look at modern coal mining, and see how, despite countless technological advances and safety features, it remains one of the most dangerous of man's undertakings. In extensive interviews, labor leaders and coal company presidents offer insights into this vital industry, while industrial historians trace the impact of coal on the American economy.-- publisher's description
Target audience
general
Technique
live action
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Empires of industry, legacy of king coalLegacy of king coal
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