The Bowery Boys: New York City History
Tom Meyers, Greg Young
The tides of American history flow through the streets of New York City — from the huddled masses on Ellis Island to the sleazy theaters of 1970s Times Square. Greg and Tom explore more than 400 years of action-packed stories, featuring both classic and forgotten figures who have shaped the world.
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Sep 19, 2008 • 27min
#50 Canal Street and Collect Pond
Discover the historical significance of Collect Pond and its transformation into Canal Street. Learn about the ecological diversity of Manhattan Island and the polluted state of the Collect Pond due to industrial waste dumping. Explore the poor water quality after the revolution and the emergence of bottled water. Uncover the conundrum surrounding Collect Pond and its transformation into the notorious slum of Five Points. Dive into the history and diverse shops of Canal Street and the Collect Pond neighborhood.
