Explore 15 iconic US landmarks and the stories behind the names. These stories tell about the nation's journey, ideals, and natural beauty, encouraging viewers to reflect on America's diverse heritage. Which of these landmarks are your favorite? Let us know in the comments!
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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:54 Statue of Liberty: The Beacon of Freedom
2:10 Mount Rushmore: Faces of Leadership
3:07 The Alamo, Where Sacrifice Became Story
4:00 National Mall & Lincoln Memorial: America's Civic Heartbeat
5:15 Route 66: America's Main Street
5:59 Grand Canyon: The Earth's Open Wound of Wonder
7:07 Times Square: Where the World Holds Its Breath
8:14 Rocky Mountain National Park, Where the Sky Touches the Soul
10:05 The Gateway Arch: The Gateway to the West
11:12 Monument Valley: Spirit of the Desert
11:53 Golden Gate Bridge: Spanning the Divide
12:40 Liberty Bell: The Sound of Revolution
13:26 Hollywood Sign: Dreams in Bold Letters
14:12 Space Needle: The Future that Touched the Sky
15:06 Conclusion
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