Name: The Great Lakes Series
Released: July 1, 2004

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6. The Great Lakes- An Overview

July 1, 2004

While each of the five Great Lakes has their own interesting personality and unique characteristics, all five of the lakes share many similarities when one considers their geology, industrial development and historical significance. In this unique program we will explore other times and significant developments on The Great Lakes that are best understood from this broader perspective.

5. Lake Superior

July 1, 2004

Lake Superior holds 10% of all the fresh water on earth and more water than the other four Great Lakes combined. After being formed from melting ice glaciers over 13,500 years ago, Lake Superior at a depth of 1,300 feet has developed into one of the world's greatest ecosystems. Lake Superior continues to offer a tapestry of stories, history, and geological developments.

4. Lake Ontario

July 1, 2004

Translated "shinning water" Lake Ontario is the smallest of the Great Lakes. However, at a depth of 802 feet it is the third deepest of all the lakes. Throughout the history of North America, Lake Ontario has played an important role for both early native cultures and early European explorers.

3. Lake Michigan

July 1, 2004

At 307 miles long, 118 miles wide, and 22,300 square miles Lake Michigan is the third largest of the Great Lakes. You might not have known that it is also the only Great Lake found entirely within the boundaries of the United States.

2. Lake Huron

July 1, 2004

At 206 miles long, 183 miles wide, and 23,000 square miles Lake Huron is the second largest of the Great Lakes. Lake Huron is considered the "hub" of the Great Lakes maritime shipping system. Its central location, while serving as an international boundary between the United States and Canada, also makes it the only Great Lake connected to more than one other lake.

1. Lake Erie

Lake Erie is the fourth largest of the Great Lakes. Flowing along its eastern edge the waters from Lake Erie drop 187 feet forming the world famous Niagara Falls. From its profound influence on the local agriculture, transportation, and economy Lake Erie has proven to be a natural resource worth honoring its past while preserving its future.

Description

These five bodies of water, created 10,000 years ago, hold 3/4 of the world's standing fresh water. Over 50 million people live within 100 miles of a Great Lake's port. Because they comprise such a large waterway, they have played a vital role in the lives and histories of many of our ancestors, and to this day continue to play that role in still equally important and vital ways.

The Great Lakes Series is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (6 episodes). The series first aired on July 1, 2004.

Where to Watch The Great Lakes Series

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