Stuff You Missed in History Class

The Cuyahoga River's Last Fires

Jun 19, 2017
The podcast explores the historical significance of the Cuyahoga River in Cleveland, Ohio, the impact of the steel industry and environmental consequences, the history of river fires and Cleveland's response, the political blame game and national coverage, and the lasting impact of the Cuyahoga River fire on environmental regulations.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Historical Significance of the Cuyahoga River in Cleveland, Ohio
01:46 • 4min
3
The Impact of the Steel Industry and Environmental Consequences
05:27 • 7min
4
The History of Cuyahoga River Fires and Cleveland's Response
12:34 • 4min
5
The Political Blame Game and National Coverage
16:21 • 9min
6
The Impact of the Cuyahoga River Fire
25:42 • 11min
7
Description of Contact Details and Two Advertisements
36:16 • 3min