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Treasures of New York

Erie: The Canal That Made America

Preview: 9/14/2017 | 30s

When the Erie Canal opened in 1817, it changed New York City.

When the Erie Canal opened in 1817, it propelled New York City into the role of the leading port and economic hub of a growing America.

09/14/2017

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Treasures of New York

Erie: The Canal That Made America

Preview: 9/14/2017 | 30s

When the Erie Canal opened in 1817, it propelled New York City into the role of the leading port and economic hub of a growing America.

09/14/2017

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