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The natural rock formations of Arches National Park take on an ethereal beauty in these remarkable time-lapse shots from the 70mm film Baraka. |
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Hundreds of people helped sculpt the famous faces of Mount Rushmore. Started in 1927, this 6,000 ft. tall national memorial took more than a decade to complete. A fascinating 1933 newsreel shows some of the work that went into creating this unique American landmark. |
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It has become one of the best-known landmarks in Australia, but the Sydney Opera House had some detractors during its construction. The imaginative design by Danish architect Jorn Utzon with its saillike shells posed some structural problems. Here is a glimpse from 1967, when this architectural marvel was new to the Sydney skyline. |
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More than just a physical landmark, the Berlin Wall symbolized the divisions and tensions of the Cold War. This footage shows the Wall's construction in 1961 and one of the many individual tragedies that took place during its history.
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The huge monolith rising up in the Australian desert has captivated observers for thousands of years. An excerpt from the gorgeous 70mm film Baraka shows the mysterious Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock. |
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San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge is a breathtaking structure even today; imagine being one of the very first to drive across it. Here are scenes from the bridge's opening in 1937.
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People will do anything for money. At least, that's an acrophobe's perspective on this dangerous work from 1920: painting the Brooklyn Bridge.
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People around the world may differ in their clothing and rituals, but we share certain elemental needs. These scenes feature diverse cultures - and a common thread that binds them all. |
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Some travelogues in the WPA's library become more interesting as they age. They feature timeless landmarks from other cultures, as in this 1956 footage from Egypt, but also give amazing insight into the culture of those who produced them. |
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Welcome to Chicago, the city that works. This 1960s/70s promotional film features not only typical tourist attractions but also the facilities that attract business from around the world. |
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