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Historic Views of the Electric City

Trace the story of Schenectady, New York from its origins in the Stockade to the present.

Aired 06/04/1996 | Rating NR

WMHT Specials

Historic Views of the Electric City

Special | 45m 47sVideo has Closed Captions

Trace the story of Schenectady, New York from its origins in the Stockade to the present.

Schenectady, NY is a metropolis rich in history, both cultural and industrial. Trace the story of 'The Electric City' from its origins in the Stockade to the present day. In its heyday, Schenectady was known as 'The City That Lights and Hauls the World,' with General Electric on one side and American Locomotive on the other. Walk through several Schenectady neighborhoods with local historians.

Aired 06/04/1996 | Rating NR

WMHT Specials is a local public television program presented by WMHT

WMHT Specials

Historic Views of the Electric City

Special | 45m 47sVideo has Closed Captions

Schenectady, NY is a metropolis rich in history, both cultural and industrial. Trace the story of 'The Electric City' from its origins in the Stockade to the present day. In its heyday, Schenectady was known as 'The City That Lights and Hauls the World,' with General Electric on one side and American Locomotive on the other. Walk through several Schenectady neighborhoods with local historians.

Aired 06/04/1996 | Rating NR

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WMHT Specials is a local public television program presented by WMHT

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