You Are There – Tom Thumb, 1830AD. 491127.
As the industrial age began, machines took over many jobs to increase efficiency. The steam locomotive was a newcomer to America, and it's hope was to replace the horse in…
American Trail – On To Monterey, 1843. ep7, 1953.
We tag along with John C Fremont as he takes his band of explorers to travel through the lands out West, and report on his findings. Dangers from natives, strange…
You Are There – Colonel Johnson Eats The Love Apple, 1820AD. 490130.
Every year in Salem New Jersey, Col Johnson sponsors the state fair. He is also responsible for bringing the tomato plant to America. He judges prize plants each year, and…
American Trail – Golden Ocean, 1843. ep6, 1953.
Covered wagons roll West, through the Cumberland Gap, and on towards Illinois. Syrus McCormick tinkers with a machine, but farmers scoff at his idea that farming will ever change from…
On Stage – Take My Hand, My Love. ep40, 531021.
Take a nostalgic trip back to the days before World War 1. Elliot is a playright, and Cathy is an artist. He liveas with Fred in an upstairs flat, while…
You Are There – Napoleon Returns From Elba,1815AD. 471207.
It's a festive day on the banks of England, as the Navy sails back into port with the captured Napoleon. The long dreaded enemy is no longer a threat, but…
American Trail – Samuel Slators Machine, 1789. ep05, 1953.
Samuel Slater is a mostly unrecognized figure from America's early history. He came from England to bring plans to duplicate the textile machinery used over there to set up cotton…
You Are There – The Trial Of Aaron Burr, 1807AD. ep81, 491030.
This is the 28th day of the trial of vice President Aaron Burr, and there is still no clear outlook on how it will end. The governing body is divided…
You Are There – The Trial Of Samuel Chase, 1805AD. ep75, 490508.
Vice President Aaron Burr takes part in the surpreme court trial of Samuel Chase. CBS reporters take you back to this little known trial. Senators vote for the guilt or…