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How the States Got Their Shapes (2010)
Overview
Exploring the intricate history behind America's state boundaries, this engaging series reveals how borders were formed and examines intriguing topics such as failed states and proposals for new ones. It offers a rich tapestry of local culture and identity, highlighting both the literal and metaphorical "shapes" of each state. Host Brian Unger journeys across the country, meeting residents, visiting significant historical sites, and sharing his insights while driving. Notable historians contribute brief historical overviews, enriching the narrative and providing context to the stories behind the maps.
Cast
1. Episode 1
1. A River Runs Through It
2. Episode 2
2. The Great Plains, Trains, and Automobiles
3. Episode 3
3. Force of Nature
4. Episode 4
4. State of Rebellion
5. Episode 5
5. Living on the Edge
6. Episode 6
6. Use it or Lose it
7. Episode 7
7. Church and States
8. Episode 8
8. A Boom with a View
9. Episode 9
9. Culture Clash
10. Episode 10
10. Mouthing Off
1. Red State vs. Blue State
1. Episode 1
2. White Collar vs. Blue Collar
3. Hillbilly vs. Redneck
3. Episode 3
4. Episode 4
4. Hatfields vs. McCoys
5. Episode 5
5. North vs. South
6. Episode 6
6. Bigfoot vs. Aliens
7. Great Lakes, Big Stakes
8. Episode 8
8. Battle of the Bible Belt
9. Vice vs. Virtue
10. Episode 10
10. Midwest vs. The Rest
11. Is West Best?
12. City vs. Country
13. East vs. West
14. Rebels & Outlaws
15. Mess with Texas
16. State vs. State
17. Rich vs Poor
18. Big vs Small
19. The United Shapes of America
