How New York City Drowned 11 Villages to Get a Glass of Water: The Ashokan Reservoir
How New York City Drowned 11 Villages to Get a Glass of Water: The Ashokan Reservoir The Ashokan Reservoir is one of the most important sources of drinking water for New York City, but few people know the incredible story behind its creation. In the early 1900s, entire communities were forced to leave their homes as 11 villages were demolished and flooded to make way for the massive reservoir that still supplies millions of people today. In this documentary, we explore the forgotten history of the Ashokan Reservoir, why New York City needed it, how thousands of residents were displaced, what happened to the submerged towns, and the lasting impact of one of America's largest engineering projects. Discover the hidden history beneath the waters of the Catskill Mountains. If you enjoy documentaries about forgotten America, submerged towns, engineering history, and lost communities, subscribe for more historical stories every day. #NewYorkHistory #ForgottenHistory #AmericanHistory #GhostTowns #HiddenHistory #HistoryDocumentary
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