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How the Hoover Dam Works, Part I

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Peril and Resilience at Hoover Dam

This chapter narrates a thrilling rescue of a worker during the perilous construction of the Hoover Dam, emphasizing the dangers and emotional highs of such intense labor. It also sheds light on the harsh realities faced by workers, including misreported fatalities and health risks, revealing the grueling conditions endured by those involved in the project.

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