America's National Treasures — Season 1, Episode 4: The Southern Plains

Episode synopsis

The southern Plains are distinguished by short grass prairies . . . hot, dry summers, and cold, windy winters. But in spite of these tough climatic conditions, the area is rich in human history. Indeed, the southern Plains are called the cradle of North American culture Chapter 1: Alibates Flint Quarry National Monument (Texas) Chapter 2: Capulin Volcano National Monument (New Mexico) Chapter 3: Fort Union National Monument (New Mexico)

About America's National Treasures

In 1906 Teddy Roosevelt created the nation s first national monument destination. The purpose was to preserve all of America s significant pieces of history. Since then, all National Monuments have been designated by Presidents as their personal memorials which they sought to protect above all others. America s National Treasures tells the story of America s past and present glory. This 12 volume set takes a journey through the Ecology, Geology and beauty of the Great Plains, the Geologic West and the Historic South in a spectacular 7 hour adventure never to be forgotten.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Geologic Wonders of the Northern Plains
• E2Sioux Indian Wars
• E3Manifest Destiny
• E5Prehistoric Native Americans
• E6Southern Spanish Colonies
• E7Slavery and the Plantation System
• E8Civil War and the Confederacy
• E9Fossil Treasures of the Pacific Northwest
• E10The Pacifc Northwest's Ring of Fire
• E11The Historic Pacific Northwest
• E12The Great Biodiversity of the Pacific Northwest