How the States Got Their Shapes - Episodes- Followmy.tv

How has water has literally shaped the States? There's surprising history hidden in the blue, squiggly lines on the map. Did the founding fathers make a mist... read more

The history of transportation is hidden in the lines of the map. From canals to trains and cars, how did getting around help draw the American map? Could Chi... read more

How have massive geological events helped create the American map? Long before the Founding Fathers drew the map, mother nature shaped some states. How did a... read more

How did the most rebellious states took shape? How did they earn their outsized features and outspoken reputations. For instance, why does Montana looks like... read more

Mysterious or fringe areas and how they shaped the states are examined. States include Nevada; Florida; Missouri; and Georgia.

The role of politics is examined. States include Ohio; and Missouri. Also: Washington, D.C.

The influence of religion is considered. States include Utah; and Kansas; and New England states.

The influences of money and prosperity are examined. States include Wisconsin; North Carolina; and North Dakota.

Conflict can sometimes arise between different cultures that share the same state. Find out how culture clashes all over the country have shaped our map.