Travel Thru History: Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Browse Full-length Non-member TitlesWhy is Minneapolis, Minnesota known as “Mill City?” In this episode, viewers tour the Mill City Museum and discover the history behind Minneapolis’ nickname. City experts also visit Fort Snelling. The fort belonged to the Union Army and was the first permanent structure in Minnesota. The tour of "Mill City" concludes with a visit to the underground hideouts of those involved with the activities of organized crime. Part of the “Travel Thru History” series.
Media Details
Runtime: 21 minutes 24 seconds
- Topic: Geography, History, Sports and Recreation
- Subtopic: Travel, U.S. Geography, U.S. History (General)
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2013
- Producer/Distributor: Red 5 Creative
- Series: Travel Thru History
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