Medieval Chinese scientists were the masters of invention! Explore the wonders of the Far East through the eighth installment in a 15-part History of Science series. The resource covers contributions to science and technology by dynasty,...

Your world history class might be interested to know that the early Egyptians had the first interstate highway system. Part two of "Engineering an Empire," looks at canal and harbor construction on the Nile that permitted transport of...

Continue your examination of ancient Chinese technology and inventions by cruising along canals, slipping through locks, and gliding under rainbow bridges that arch overhead. Arriving in the city you can watch a soccer game shaded by a...

This history of the Eric Canal from 1957 includes remains and remnants of the original system which was a pioneer route to the West.

Canals, railroads, steamboats, telegraphs! Kim talks about the transportation and communication revolutions of the early 19th century and how they changed American business. [10:24]