Recalls the construction of the 1500-mile "shortcut to Tokyo" through Canada in 1942 by 11,000 U.S. troops (4,000 of them black). It wasn't the Army's greatest World War II triumph, but it was one of the first, and it gave Americans, who feared a Japanese buildup in the Aleutians, a needed morale boost. This hour is light on military and engineering detail, and packed with proud GIs recalling mud, cold and toil.
| Title | American Experience - Season 17 Episode 4 Building the Alaska Highway |
|---|---|
| Year | 2024 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Country | United States of America |
| Studio | PBS |
| Cast | |
| Crew | Cameo George (Executive Producer) |
| Alternative Titles | The American Experience |
| Keyword | biography, usa history, current affairs |
| First Air Date | Oct 04, 1988 |
| Last Air date | Oct 01, 2024 |
| Season | 37 Season |
| Episode | 396 Episode |
| Runtime | 55:14 minutes |
| Quality | HD |
| IMDb: | 7.50/ 10 by 28.00 users |
| Popularity | 190.121 |
| Language | English |
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