Making North America: Origins -
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See the epic 3-billion-year story of how our continent came to be. From palm trees that once flourished in Alaska to huge eruptions that nearly tore the Midwest in two, discover how forces of almost unimaginable power gave birth to North America.

Duration: 56 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 4220

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