The Machines That Built America: Snack Sized - Season 1
Season 1
Episodes
Car Wars
What began as the brainchild of a carriage company magnate eventually brings the world sports cars, giant SUVs, and futuristic hybrid vehicles. This is the story of one of the biggest names in the auto industry, and part of the biggest automotive corporation in the world. But the road to success is full of twists, turns, and scandals.
Wild Ones
When childhood friends Arthur Davidson and William Harley were looking for a way to make their bicycle faster, they created an American institution that would change the world forever. Watch the motorcycle go from practical vehicle to a symbol for outlaws, and beyond. The tale of how their motorcycles became a symbol of individuality and freedom is full of outlaws, high risks, and even higher rewards. Hold on tight... this is truly a wild ride.
Built Tough
A car company started by Henry Ford in a Michigan garage in 1903 changes the world of automobiles as we know it. This is the story of one of the most iconic brands in the history of the world, who once enlisted Hollywood royalty to help sell a car that flopped, and did you know someone once turned a Ford into a flying car? Buckle up... this is one you have to see to believe.
The Sky's the Limit
A humble hangar outside Seattle turns into a national sensation, creating the world's first jumbo jets, satellites, and military aircraft for the entire world, bringing the world into the "jet age." Learn about how the most popular jet of all time almost never got off the ground, plus the high-flying new line of planes named after... Muppets? Bring your seatbacks to their upright positions, because this one flies high.
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