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A Stamp
A powerful ironic work of the society in which a hydro-central is erected in an area where there is no water.
Grand Coulee Dam: A Man-Made Marvel
Historic construction footage, photos, and newsreels help illustrate Grand Coulee Dam's construction, engineering challenges, and regional impact including power and irrigation. Produced by the Bureau of Reclamation and shown at the dam's Visitor Center.
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Doug Copsey Self - Narrator (voice)
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