Declassified
Declassified: America's Hidden Cities
The Calutron Girls of Oak Ridge were young women who enriched uranium without knowing what they were doing. They were chosen because they followed instructions precisely without asking questions.
Topic
American History
2 documentaries on this topic
American History encompasses the comprehensive study of the United States from its founding through modern times, including political developments, social movements, economic transformations, and cultural changes. This field examines both well-known events and forgotten stories that shaped the nation, from industrial accidents and corporate rises and falls to scientific breakthroughs and hidden government projects. Understanding American history provides essential context for contemporary issues and reveals how past decisions continue to influence modern American society.
Documentaries
The Invention That Changed Everything
He Invented a Toy, Then Abandoned His Family for a Cult
In 1960, Richard James abandoned his wife Betty, their six children ages two through eighteen, and the company to join a religious cult in Bolivia. He donated the company's money to the organization and sent his wife accusatory letters demanding she repent. Betty rebuilt James Industries from nothing and ran it for nearly forty years, turning the Slinky into an American icon.