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Paterson's Power Line
Description
Founding Father Alexander Hamilton envisioned that the country's first planned industrial city would be based near the region's iconic Great Falls of the Passaic River. Hamilton’s vision was realized when the raceway system of tiered water channels were constructed. Water from the Passaic River was diverted just above the Great Falls into these channels and provided power to nearby factories. The industrial center attracted entrepreneurs, laborers and immigrants with diverse talents. Please Note: Footage in this video may contain copyright restrictions, please contact the park for any inquiries regarding usage.
Duration
2 minutes, 50 seconds
Credit
Video Jeeves
Date Created
03/20/2015
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