At New Orleans on the Mississippi River the Army Corps of Engineers meets an epic challenge.

The Mississippi River Program In the America's with David Yetman

Premiered March 31, 2025
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The Mississippi River Program

The Mississippi is the largest river in North America and the most destructive of human works, presenting an epic challenge for the Army Corps of Engineers around New Orleans.

About the Program

In the America's with David Yetman

Hosted by research social scientist David Yetman, explore the landscapes, peoples and history of North and South America — from the coldest towns in Canada to the tropical islands of the Caribbean.

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