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New York City's water reservoirs are a marvel of engineering, supplying the city with the freshwater it needs to thrive. But beneath the sparkling waters lies a hidden history of lost towns and submerged communities. In this podcast, we'll explore the story of why towns were lost under New York's water reservoir and the human stories of the people who once called these places home. We'll learn about the history of the reservoirs, their construction and expansion over the years, and the ways in which they have shaped the landscape of the region.
By Ryan Socash5
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New York City's water reservoirs are a marvel of engineering, supplying the city with the freshwater it needs to thrive. But beneath the sparkling waters lies a hidden history of lost towns and submerged communities. In this podcast, we'll explore the story of why towns were lost under New York's water reservoir and the human stories of the people who once called these places home. We'll learn about the history of the reservoirs, their construction and expansion over the years, and the ways in which they have shaped the landscape of the region.

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